Other characteristics of the situation that affect the strength of a person’s stress response are:
1) Severity: Sudden events can make a person feel more tense, even if the event itself is minor.
2) Duration: knowing about the event in advance helps to cope with it, even if the situation is prolonged.
3) Frequency: Predictability reduces the impact of recurring events because it allows you to plan ahead, which increases a sense of control and stability.