Deck 9: Managing Stress

Question 1

According to a national survey of college students, which of the following represents the biggest impediment to academic success?

A) Infectious disease
B) Stress
C) Tuition rates
D) Housing issues

Answer 1

Stress

Question 2

Disruption of a person's "normal"physiological state due to an event or circumstance is known as

A) stress.
B) homeostasis.
C) cognitive coping.
D) appraisal.

Answer 2

stress.

Question 3

An event or circumstance to which the body tries to adapt is

A) a stress response.
B) a stressor.
C) eustress.
D) a fight-or-flight response.

Answer 3

a stressor.

Question 4

Which of the following would be considered a stressor?

A) Having a new love interest
B) Pounding heart rate
C) Traffic tie-up on I-95 South
D) Sweaty armpits

Question 5

A set of physical or emotional reactions following a stressful event or circumstance is

A) a stress response.
B) a stressor.
C) eustress.
D) a fight-or-flight response.

Question 6

Stress from positive events or circumstances is

A) distress.
B) a stressor.
C) eustress.
D) a fight-or-flight response.

Question 7

Which of the following would be a likely source of eustress?

A) Making a bad grade
B) Dissatisfaction with your job
C) Entering college
D) Being diagnosed with a serious illness

Question 8

Which of the following is considered negative stress?

A) Distress
B) Eustress
C) Allostasis
D) Stress response

Question 9

The region of the brain that releases hormones that first trigger the stress response is called the

A) cerebellum.
B) hypothalamus.
C) temporal lobe.
D) medulla oblongata.

Question 10

The hormone secreted by the pituitary gland in response to stress is

A) cortisol.
B) norepinephrine.
C) adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH).
D) adrenaline.

Question 11

Which organ(s) secrete(s) cortisol in response to stress?

A) The hypothalamus
B) The pituitary gland
C) The thyroid gland
D) The adrenal glands

Question 12

Epinephrine and norepinephrine are hormones secreted during the stress response. These hormones target cells within which of the following structures?

A) Body fat
B) Heart
C) Liver
D) Adrenal glands

Question 13

During the stress response, which of the following hormones are NOT released into the bloodstream?

A) Epinephrine
B) Estrogen
C) Adrenalin
D) Norepinephrine

Question 14

The physiological reaction induced by nervous and hormonal signals that readies the heart, muscles, and other organs and systems in ways that promote survival is called

A) fight-or-flight response.
B) distress.
C) allostasis.
D) eustress.

Question 15

Which of the following occurs as a result of the fight-or-flight response?

A) Pupils constrict
B) Digestion increases
C) Respiration increases
D) Perspiration decreases

Question 16

The general adaptation syndrome describes how the body

A) maintains homeostasis through stressful situations.
B) functions when the fight-or-flight mechanism has been deactivated.
C) responds to stress when homeostasis is disrupted.
D) transitions from an alert state to deep sleep.

Question 17

Sarah narrowly avoided a traffic accident and is experiencing rapid heart rate and other symptoms of the fight-or-flight stress response. Based on her physical and emotional state, Sarah is in which stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

A) Action
B) Alarm
C) Resistance
D) Assessment

Question 18

Physiological damage, reduced immunity, and increased susceptibility to physical or mental illness are characteristic of which stage of general adaptation syndrome?

A) Alarm
B) Resistance
C) Exhaustion
D) Allostatic

Question 19

Which of the following characterizes the resistance stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

A) A person's physiology is negatively impacted, reducing immunity.
B) A person's physiology and behavior adjust to the stressor.
C) A person's behavior is negatively impacted, potentially creating swings in personality.
D) A person's physiology and behavior adjust to the stressor but never fully recover to original pre-stress levels.

Question 20

A state of physiological equilibrium is known as which of the following?

A) Eustress
B) Distress
C) Allostasis
D) Homeostasis

Question 21

The simultaneous changes that occur in the body to maintain homeostasis are called

A) distress.
B) allostasis.
C) homeostatic balance.
D) general adaptation syndrome.

Question 22

The long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the body's prolonged attempt to maintain equilibrium is known as

A) allostatic load.
B) allostasis.
C) homeostatic balance.
D) general adaptation syndrome.

Question 23

Allostatic load can lead to

A) high blood pressure.
B) a return to homeostasis.
C) eustress.
D) increased immunity.

Question 24

The relationship between the mind's response to stress and the immune system's ability to function is collectively known as

A) allostasis.
B) psychoneuroimmunology.
C) immunosuppression.
D) neuroimmune response.

Question 25

Researchers believe that the stress hormones cortisol and cytokines could damage a part of the brain known as the

A) hippocampus.
B) motor cortex.
C) prefrontal lobe.
D) central sulcus.

Question 26

In severe cases, an individual's response to stress may develop into

A) an autoimmune disorder.
B) Parkinson's disease.
C) post-traumatic stress disorder.
D) leukemia.

Question 27

An acute stress disorder caused by experiencing an extremely traumatic event is

A) post-traumatic stress disorder.
B) biofeedback.
C) distress.
D) depression.

Question 28

A primary source of stress is which of the following?

A) Change
B) High self-efficacy
C) Psychological hardiness
D) Consistent goals and behaviors

Question 29

Decreasing stress related to performance demands involves

A) setting priorities.
B) having high expectations.
C) pushing yourself harder.
D) setting unrealistic deadlines.

Question 30

A state of stress-induced physical and mental exhaustion is known as

A) post-traumatic stress disorder.
B) burnout.
C) allostatic load.
D) overload.

Question 31

People living in crowded urban environments tend to experience the greatest stress from

A) family relationships.
B) limited entertainment options.
C) the high cost of living.
D) the effects of weather and climate changes.

Question 32

People living in rural areas tend to experience stress from

A) traffic.
B) housing density.
C) pollution.
D) limited employment opportunities.

Question 33

Conflict is most likely to occur when we

A) have to choose between competing motives.
B) have only one option.
C) share the same goal with someone else.
D) are asked to do something we know is right.

Question 34

Which of the following coping mechanisms is most important in determining how you experience stress?

A) Eating
B) Self-efficacy
C) Autonomy
D) Exercise

Question 35

Jeff is a hard-driving and competitive perfectionist. His personality type is most likely

A) Type A.
B) Type B.
C) Type II.
D) Type O.

Question 36

The interpretation and evaluation of information provided to the brain by the senses is known as

A) psychoneuroimmunology.
B) adaptation.
C) homeostasis.
D) appraisal.

Question 37

Psychologically hardy people are characterized by

A) personal control.
B) competitiveness.
C) fear of challenges.
D) lack of commitment.

Question 38

Physical activities that can best relieve feelings of stress and tension

A) are competitive.
B) involve risk.
C) require high skill levels.
D) are fun.

Question 39

Which of the following is an example of a habit that fights the negative effects of stress?

A) Eating a cheeseburger from your favorite fast-food restaurant
B) Sleeping about 6 hours each night
C) Enjoying a cup of coffee before going to bed
D) Sleeping in a quiet, dark room

Question 40

Which of the following is likely to lead to poor sleep?

A) Avoiding caffeine in the evening
B) Doing your workout about an hour before bedtime
C) Sleeping in a cool, ventilated room
D) Going to bed at a regular time every night

Question 41

Stepping back to a simpler life is known as

A) downshifting.
B) purging.
C) coping.
D) uncluttering.

Question 42

A set of breathing and stretching exercises based on ancient Indian practices is termed

A) biofeedback.
B) meditation.
C) progressive muscle relaxation.
D) yoga.

Question 43

Changing your behavioral response to stress involves

A) ignoring the stressor.
B) continuing to respond the way you always have to a stressor.
C) acquiring more possessions.
D) assessing the stressor.

Question 44

Which of the following strategies is recommended as an effective way to manage your time?

A) Avoid multitasking.
B) Tackle large tasks during one time period.
C) Avoid over-commitment.
D) Schedule periodic interruptions.

Question 45

Which of the following is an action you can take to develop better mental skills for stress management?

A) Worrying constructively
B) Perceiving life as unchangeable
C) Accepting that there is only one appropriate action
D) Taking action quickly

Question 46

Stress relaxation techniques

A) focus the mind and breathing.
B) increase cortisol levels.
C) lower immunity.
D) tense the muscles.

Question 47

When practicing progressive muscle relaxation, which body posture is ideal for achieving a reduction in accumulated muscle stiffness and tension?

A) Seated in a chair
B) Standing with feet shoulder width apart
C) Lying down on the floor or bed
D) Quadruped position; both hands and feet on the floor

Question 48

Relaxation breathing focuses on which muscles?

A) Chest
B) Abdominal
C) Back
D) Mouth

Question 49

A stress management technique that identifies muscular tension and releases it one muscle group at a time is called

A) biofeedback.
B) meditation.
C) progressive muscle relaxation.
D) eccentric contraction.

Question 50

Biofeedback involves

A) focusing on deep breathing.
B) monitoring physical stress responses.
C) becoming unusually responsive to suggestion.
D) releasing tension in the muscles, one muscle group at a time.

Question 51

Research has suggested that meditation shifts brain activity away from the right prefrontal lobe. This area of the brain is associated with

A) anger.
B) schizophrenia.
C) muscle control.
D) pain.

Question 52

An example of hypnosis is

A) implanting a suggestion to lessen one's phobia of snakes.
B) monitoring a person's brain activity.
C) sitting quietly and focusing on breathing for 15 to 30 minutes.
D) lying down in a comfortable place for 10 to 20 minutes and gradually letting go of accumulated stiffness and tension.

Question 53

A relaxation technique that teaches you to alter automatic physiological responses is

A) biofeedback.
B) hypnosis.
C) relaxation breathing.
D) progressive muscle relaxation.

Question 54

Research has shown that prayer can result in increased

A) heart rate.
B) blood pressure.
C) breathing rate.
D) immune response.

Question 55

A stressor can be physical or emotional.

Question 56

Distress can be caused by an overload of positive stressors.

Question 57

Prolonged stress results in an elevated immune system response.

Question 58

Stress is a significant contributor to cardiovascular disease mortality.

Question 59

Stress effects on the hippocampus alter memory.

Question 60

Stress does not cause loss of libido in young people.

Question 61

Nearly 30 percent of freshmen report feeling frequently overwhelmed by all they have to do.

Question 62

Low self-efficacy can help us handle stress more effectively.

Question 63

People with a sense of control are able to accept responsibility for their behaviors.

Question 64

Exercise depresses the stress response.

Question 65

According to current research, 18- to 64-year-olds need 7-9 hours of sleep a night.

Question 66

For any cause of death at any age, people who lack social support have a higher risk of death than those who have a good support system.

Question 67

Anger can significantly increase the risk of heart disease.

Question 68

A person's number of social contacts is more important to wellness than the subjective experience of being unpopular or lonely.

Question 69

Relaxation breathing increases oxygen levels in the blood.

Question 70

Spirituality is often associated with a reduced perception of stress in one's life.

Question 71

Give an overview of how the body responds to a stressor. What changes occur as a result of this response?

Question 72

Discuss the stages of the general adaptation syndrome.

Question 73

Discuss four basic tools for effectively dealing with stress.

Question 74

Cindy is having trouble dealing with procrastination. Suggest some strategies that can help her manage her time more effectively, giving specific examples.