Question 1

The long-term wear and tear of the stress response is called the ____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The long-term wear and tear of the...

Question 2

For many university students, life isn't possible without a job, and the pressure to stay afloat financially competes with academic and other stressors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Twenty-year-old William has just lost his best friend in an accident involving a drunk driver. He becomes very quiet and has no visible reaction. In fact, he goes to a movie with his friend and seems to be complacent. Which personality type best describes William?

Accepted Answer

A)   Type A
B)   Type B
C)   Type C
D)   HardyE) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

Cortisol is a hormone that offers some artery protection against stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Support groups are typically organized around a particular issue or problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 6

Which of the following describes a cognitive appraisal for reducing the stress of exams?

Accepted Answer

A)   Renting funny movies
B)   Exercise
C)   Talking with friends to put your reactions to the stress in perspective
D)   Getting angry at yourself for being stressedE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 7

______________ is a steroid stress hormone secreted by the cortex (outer layer) of the adrenal gland

Accepted Answer

The answer of ______________ is a steroid stress hormone secreted...

Question 8

Which of the following foods should be decreased to help you manage stress a little better?

Accepted Answer

A)   Fruit
B)   Vegetables
C)   Milk products
D)   CoffeeE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

A person can learn to lower heart rate and blood pressure when stress increases it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The parasympathetic division is best defined as:

Accepted Answer

A)   a division of the autonomic nervous system that reacts to danger or other challenges by almost instantly putting the body processes into high gear.
B)   a part of the brain that activates, controls, and integrates autonomic mechanisms, endocrine activities, and many other bodily functions.
C)   a division of the autonomic nervous system that moderates the excitatory effect of the sympathetic system, slowing metabolism and restoring energy supplies.
D)   the branch of the peripheral nervous system that governs motor functions and sensory information; it is largely under conscious control.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D) C

Question 11

If job-related or education-related stress is severe or chronic, the result can be a _____, or a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion.

Accepted Answer

A)   burnout
B)   depression
C)   eustress
D)   distressE) C) and D)
F) A) and B) A

Question 12

Spiritual wellness is associated with greater coping skills and higher levels of physical abilities.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Researchers have linked _____ wellness to longer life expectancy, reduced risk of disease and faster recovery, and improved emotional health.

Accepted Answer

A)   spiritual
B)   emotional
C)   physical
D)   physiologicalE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

George has recently gone through a divorce, and his psychologist indicates that this may be significant cause for stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Chronic stress may increase risk for cardiovascular disease by increasing blood pressure. Why is high blood pressure a risk for heart disease?

Accepted Answer

A)   It increases HDL levels.
B)   It decreases LDL levels.
C)   It increases your chance of getting diabetes.
D)   It damages blood vessels.E) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 16

People with Type ______ personality, are relaxed and contemplative.

Accepted Answer

The answer of People with Type ______ personality, are relaxed...

Question 17

Stress can trigger positive or negative reactions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

___________________ involves revealing personal information that we ordinarily wouldn't reveal to others because of the risk involved.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ___________________ involves revealing personal information that we...

Question 19

Which of the following is NOT characterized as a common source of stress?

Accepted Answer

A)   Major life changes
B)   Post-traumatic stress disorder
C)   Life's daily hassles
D)   Job-related stressors.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 20

__________________ is a state of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion.

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The answer of __________________ is a state of physical, mental...

Exam 12: Stress

The long-term wear and tear of the stress response is called the ____________________.

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For many university students, life isn't possible without a job, and the pressure to stay afloat financially competes with academic and other stressors.

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Twenty-year-old William has just lost his best friend in an accident involving a drunk driver. He becomes very quiet and has no visible reaction. In fact, he goes to a movie with his friend and seems to be complacent. Which personality type best describes William?

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Cortisol is a hormone that offers some artery protection against stress.

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Support groups are typically organized around a particular issue or problem.

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Which of the following describes a cognitive appraisal for reducing the stress of exams?

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______________ is a steroid stress hormone secreted by the cortex (outer layer) of the adrenal gland

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Which of the following foods should be decreased to help you manage stress a little better?

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A person can learn to lower heart rate and blood pressure when stress increases it.

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The parasympathetic division is best defined as:

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If job-related or education-related stress is severe or chronic, the result can be a _____, or a state of physical, mental, and emotional exhaustion.

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Spiritual wellness is associated with greater coping skills and higher levels of physical abilities.

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Researchers have linked _____ wellness to longer life expectancy, reduced risk of disease and faster recovery, and improved emotional health.

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George has recently gone through a divorce, and his psychologist indicates that this may be significant cause for stress.

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Chronic stress may increase risk for cardiovascular disease by increasing blood pressure. Why is high blood pressure a risk for heart disease?

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People with Type ______ personality, are relaxed and contemplative.

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Stress can trigger positive or negative reactions.

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___________________ involves revealing personal information that we ordinarily wouldn't reveal to others because of the risk involved.

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Which of the following is NOT characterized as a common source of stress?

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__________________ is a state of physical, mental and emotional exhaustion.

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