Deck 12: Stress

Question 1

The parasympathetic nervous system is highly activated when stress is perceived.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Homeostasis describes a physiological state where all senses are on alert for potential danger.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

People who feel frequently rushed and angered have an increased risk for heart disease.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Optimistic "hardy"
personalities experience stress less often than those who see stressful situations as threatening.

Question 5

Generally, women are able to deal with a disappointing break-up better than men.

Question 6

The physical, emotional, and behavioural symptoms of excess negative stress are distinct and are not interrelated.

Question 7

Stress can trigger positive or negative reactions.

Question 8

Learning a new hobby is an example of eustress.

Question 9

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

Question 10

Allowing stress to accumulate can increase one's risk of catching a cold.

Question 11

Stress is a possible cause or trigger of both tension headaches and migraines.

Question 12

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

Question 13

People who perceive hassles negatively are likely to experience no stress response every time they are faced with one.

Question 14

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

Question 15

Academic stressors are not recognized as a source of stress in university students.

Question 16

Recent Canadian surveys indicate that one's job can be a significant source of stress.

Question 17

The community and society you live in usually provides support and comfort and is not a source of stress.

Question 18

Some reports indicate that loud noises and unpleasant smells can be a significant source of stress.

Question 19

Certain foods can alleviate stress but only for a short time.

Question 20

Researchers have found that people who exercise regularly react with milder physical stress responses before, during, and after exposure to stressors.

Question 21

Eating wisely will not have an effect on feelings of self-control and self-esteem.

Question 22

In general, single people are healthier than married people.

Question 23

Giving general feedback means acknowledging that the friend's or partner's feelings are valid

Question 24

Negotiation will help dissipate the anger, and, thereby, the given conflict can be resolved.

Question 25

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

Question 26

After making a list of 20 things that have to be done within two days, a time management strategy would recommend that you do all of the little things first to feel a sense of accomplishment.

Question 27

When adhering to time management techniques, it is recommended that you not go for your workout until 50% of your tasks have been completed.

Question 28

Spiritual practices or relaxation techniques like yoga can elicit the relaxation response.

Question 29

Hypnosis is a technique that induces sleep.

Question 30

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

Question 31

Peer counselling and support groups are sources of getting help for stress management.

Question 32

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

Question 33

It is important to diagnose if a problem is causing stress, or if the problem is more serious than that (e.g. depression or suicidal tendencies).

Question 34

All people suffering from depression usually cry a lot.

Question 35

Loss of interest or pleasure in performing usual activities is observed to be a common symptom in most individuals suffering from depression.

Question 36

Poor appetite, restlessness or fatigue, pervasive feelings of sadness, and hopelessness are classic symptoms of stress.

Question 37

Stress is an important component of which two dimensions of wellness?

A) Intellectual and environmental
B) Physical and environmental
C) Social and emotional
D) Emotional and physical

Question 38

Which of the following describes a stress response?

A) Performing a dance in front of a critical audience
B) Making a plan to do better on a term paper that you received a low grade on
C) Inability to sleep before graduation day
D) Meeting your partner's parents for the first time

Question 39

The parasympathetic division is best defined as:

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.

Question 40

The sympathetic division is best defined as:

A) a division of the autonomic nervous system that reacts to danger or other challenges by almost instantly putting the body processes in 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 parasympathetic 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.

Question 41

Your flight to a small community in Newfoundland and Labrador experiences turbulence. The lights flash on and off, the wings dip suddenly, and there is a sudden drop in pressure. Which of the following statements describes a possible autonomic nervous system response to that situation?

A) Chemicals are released to help you become more alert and prepared for an emergency.
B) Cortisol is released to calm you.
C) Blood pressure drops and heart rate increases.
D) There is an adaptive energy response.

Question 42

Which of the following is responsible for releasing cortisol?

A) Adrenal gland
B) Pituitary gland
C) Salivary gland
D) Cortical gland

Question 43

During a fight or flight reaction, the following organ becomes less active.

A) Heart
B) Adrenal gland
C) Stomach
D) Liver

Question 44

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

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 stressed

Question 45

Which of the following is an example of an effective response to stress?

A) Avoiding it all together
B) Having a few drinks to relax
C) Working out for at least two hours
D) Learning new skills for positive thinking and calming yourself

Question 46

Making a choice to go for a walk to cope with stress is controlled by which of the following nervous systems?

A) Autonomic
B) Sympathetic
C) Parasympathetic
D) Somatic

Question 47

Which term best fits a Type A personality?

A) Patient
B) Relaxed
C) Cynical
D) Passive

Question 48

How might someone with Type B behaviour react to being challenged in a running race?

A) Take on the challenge with determination
B) Consider it for a time convenient for them both
C) Tell the friend off for such a foolish idea
D) Agree to the race only if he/she can set all of the rules (not trusting)

Question 49

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?

A) Type A
B) Type B
C) Type C
D) Hardy

Question 50

How would a person with a "hardy" personality react to having two exams on the same day?

A) They wouldn't care.
B) They would be moody and would probably sink into depression.
C) They would get angry at the university for its scheduling.
D) They would see it as getting two exams over early and going home quicker.

Question 51

In some situations, people have intense responses to stressors or adopt ineffective coping techniques that they need _____ to overcome the stress in their lives.

A) professional help
B) caffeine
C) food
D) self

Question 52

Hans Selye theorized that stress:

A) is always unpleasant.
B) can be either eustress or distress.
C) follows a very unpredictable pattern.
D) is unrelated to disease.

Question 53

A(n) _____ allostatic load may be due to frequent stressors, poor adaptation to common stressors, an inability to shut down the stress response, or imbalances in the stress response of different body systems.

A) constant
B) low
C) high
D) extremely low

Question 54

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

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

Question 55

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

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

Question 56

Job promotion and marriage are excellent examples of _____.

A) eustress
B) distress
C) depression
D) financial concerns

Question 57

Which of the following is NOT identified as a stressor for a university student?

A) Grades
B) Time management
C) Friends
D) Worries about the future

Question 58

_____% of Canadians rate their jobs as a key source of stress in their lives.

A) 30
B) 40
C) 50
D) 60

Question 59

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.

A) burnout
B) depression
C) eustress
D) distress

Question 60

Friendships are often more stable and longer lasting than _____.

A) intimate partnerships
B) acquaintances
C) colleagues
D) classmates

Question 61

Which of the following is NOT a counterproductive strategy to cope with stress?

A) Use of tobacco
B) Use of alcohol
C) Use of exercise
D) Use of food

Question 62

When dealing with stress, compulsive exercise can do all of the following, EXCEPT:

A) strengthen your immune system.
B) lead to depression and irritability.
C) lead to fatigue and diminished performance.
D) become an additional stressor.

Question 63

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

A) Fruit
B) Vegetables
C) Milk products
D) Coffee

Question 64

A good nutritional strategy for coping with stress is to:

A) consume 4-5 alcoholic drinks.
B) avoiding or limiting caffeine intake.
C) consuming chips to reduce stress.
D) consuming steak or pork roast.

Question 65

Which of the following is a factor that does NOT improve with good sleep?

A) Mood
B) Feelings of competence
C) Time management
D) Mental functioning

Question 66

Which of the following is NOT an ideal basic strategy that is useful for successfully negotiating with a friend, family member, colleague, or intimate partner?

A) Clarifying the issue
B) Finding out what the other person wants
C) Determining how both persons can get what they want
D) Deciding how to negotiate

Question 67

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

A) spiritual
B) emotional
C) physical
D) physiological

Question 68

Keeping a _____ is like confiding in someone else, except that you are confiding in yourself.

A) psychologist
B) psychotherapist
C) psychiatrist
D) diary

Question 69

Someone working two jobs, taking a full load of courses, and playing on a sport team can use time management techniques to lower stress. The first thing he/she should do is:

A) set goals and write action steps.
B) give up the two jobs or quit the team.
C) establish priorities and focus on the first one or two.
D) lower his or her standard for performance.

Question 70

Which of the following describes a transitional task?

A) Getting your abdominal workout during commercials of your favourite show
B) Alternating large tasks with short tasks
C) Completing two tasks at the same time
D) Doing all of the small tasks first to feel like you have accomplished a lot

Question 71

Which of the following is a cognitive thought pattern for reducing a negative view of your size?

A) Therapy to change your personality
B) Replacing negative thoughts with positive thoughts
C) Behaviour modification through psychoanalysis
D) Assertiveness training

Question 72

A cognitive technique for managing stress is to:

A) have a drink.
B) take time out to read humorous comics and things that make you laugh.
C) exercise.
D) have a cooling off period.

Question 73

Which of the following describes a relaxation response?

A) Attending a hockey game
B) Catching up on studying
C) Consolidate tasks when possible
D) Taking a hot bath

Question 74

All of the following occur during the relaxation response EXCEPT:

A) decreased heart rate.
B) increased blood flow to the brain.
C) decreased breathing rate.
D) increased blood flow to the muscles.

Question 75

Progressive relaxation is best described as:

A) a cognitive exercise.
B) a form of intellectual development.
C) an activity alternating muscle tension and relaxation.
D) a specialized form of cardiorespiratory endurance training.

Question 76

Figure skaters who practice visualization do this to help focus on their performance.

A) Listen to music
B) Look at videos of past successful performances
C) Close their eyes and see themselves executing a flawless performance
D) Refrain from talking to anyone else before the competition

Question 77

_____ helps people reduce their response to stress by enabling them to become more aware of their level of physiological arousal.

A) Behaviour therapy
B) Cognitive behaviour training
C) Biofeedback
D) Yoga

Question 78

Which sport requires the athlete to have strong biofeedback skills?

A) Softball
B) Biathlon
C) Sprinting
D) Boxing

Question 79

Peer counselling, often available through the student health centre or counselling centre, is usually staffed by people with special training that emphasizes maintaining _____.

A) confidentiality
B) persuasion
C) suppression
D) sustainability

Question 80

Peer counsellors can steer those seeking help to appropriate campus and community resources or just offer _____.

A) behaviour therapy
B) cognitive behaviour training
C) parasympathetic listening
D) sympathetic listening