Deck 11: Stress Management

Question 1

A state of physical and mental tension in response to an actual or perceived threat or challenge is

A) stress.
B) stressor.
C) eustress.
D) attack mode.

Answer 1

stress.

Question 2

A factor that produces stress is called a

A) threat.
B) reaction.
C) stressor.
D) tensor.

Answer 2

stressor.

Question 3

Eustress refers to

A) high stress levels leading to disease.
B) stress that leads to impaired performance.
C) stress that leads to improved performance.
D) low stress levels leading to fatigue.

Answer 3

stress that leads to improved performance.

Question 4

Which of the following is a hormone released as part of the stress response?

A) testosterone
B) ghrelin
C) insulin
D) cortisol

Question 5

All of the hormones below are released by the body during the stress response except

A) leptin.
B) epinephrine.
C) cortisol.
D) norepinephrine.

Question 6

The ________ is responsible for activating the stress response.

A) sympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system
B) central nervous system
C) parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system
D) peripheral nervous system

Question 7

People with Type B behavior pattern are generally

A) impatient and aggressive.
B) hostile.
C) overweight.
D) easygoing.

Question 8

Individuals with Type ________ behavior are prone to worry, anxiety, and discomfort when interacting with others.

A) A
B) B
C) C
D) D

Question 9

A potential negative effect of stress is

A) lowered blood pressure.
B) increased mental alertness.
C) lowered disease resistance.
D) increased plasma volume.

Question 10

The fight-or-flight response occurs during which stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

A) alarm stage
B) acceptance stage
C) resistance stage
D) exhaustion stage

Question 11

According to Selye, the body is most susceptible to disease during the ________ of the general adaptation syndrome.

A) alarm stage
B) acceptance stage
C) resistance stage
D) exhaustion stage

Question 12

The body's ability to change and adapt to stressful situations is known as

A) flexibility.
B) allostasis.
C) homeostasis.
D) general adaptation.

Question 13

An ongoing level of stress that results in the body not being able to respond appropriately to stress is known as

A) eustress.
B) distress.
C) allostatic load.
D) acute stress.

Question 14

A loss of physical, emotional, and mental energy that can lead to illness and emotional exhaustion is a phenomenon called

A) allostatic load.
B) burnout.
C) fight-or-flight response.
D) adaptation.

Question 15

What is the amount of sleep needed by most adults to maintain health?

A) 5-6 hours per night
B) 5-7 hours per night
C) 7-8 hours per night
D) 7-9 hours per night

Question 16

________ is a stress-reduction technique that involves contracting and relaxing muscle groups one at a time.

A) Yoga
B) Deep breathing
C) Progressive relaxation
D) Visualization

Question 17

Counterproductive behavior involves turning to alcohol, drugs, or ________ to reduce stress temporarily.

A) vitamins
B) endorphins
C) nicotine
D) exercise

Question 18

What are two key steps to take to reduce stress?

A) reducing sources of stress and using relaxation techniques
B) reducing workload and taking a few days off from work or school
C) getting better sleep and reducing the amount of salt in the diet
D) exercising more and beginning a meditation practice

Question 19

All of the following types of exercise are recommended for reducing stress except

A) light to moderate aerobic exercise.
B) rigorous strength training.
C) yoga.
D) Pilates.

Question 20

The factor that produces stress is called eustress.

Question 21

Eustress is defined as a level of stress that results in improved performance.

Question 22

High levels of cortisol in the blood impair the immune system's ability to fight infections.

Question 23

Males experience a different physiological response to stress than females.

Question 24

People with Type A behavior pattern respond well to stress.

Question 25

People with Type B behavior pattern have a lower risk for stress-related heart disease than other types.

Question 26

People with Type D behavior pattern are at a low risk for stress-related heart disease.

Question 27

Gender differences impact the way we respond to stressors.

Question 28

People with Type C behavior pattern are generally highly competitive and confident.

Question 29

Poor time-management skills can result in stressful situations.

Question 30

Chronic stress can negatively impact both physical and mental health.

Question 31

More than 75% of all physician visits are for stress-related complaints.

Question 32

Hormonal imbalances and back pain have been linked to chronic stress.

Question 33

During the alarm stage of the general adaptation syndrome, the body is less susceptible to disease or injury.

Question 34

Chronic stress can result in lower blood pressure.

Question 35

One example of a stressor that can be avoided is over commitment.

Question 36

Studies have associated higher amounts of time on social networking sites with increased self-esteem in adolescents and young adults.

Question 37

The relaxing effects of exercise can last for hours after a workout.

Question 38

Breathing exercises are a simple means of achieving relaxation.

Question 39

Visualization is a technique that uses mental images to promote relaxation.

Question 40

Taking high-dose vitamins is a good way to deal with emotional stress.

Question 41

Meditation works as a means of relaxation only for people who hold certain religious beliefs.

Question 42

Briefly define the term stress.

Question 43

List three factors that can affect how you perceive situations and cope with stress.

Question 44

Identify two key steps that are part of stress management.

Question 45

Explain the concepts of allostasis and allostatic load.

Question 46

List three key questions that can be helpful to ask yourself when you have an emotional reaction to a perceived stressor.

Question 47

Describe four healthy ways to manage stress.

Question 48

List at least three common and effective relaxation techniques.