Deck 1: The Power of Now

Question 1

Which dimension of health focuses on the impact your world has on your well-being?​ 

A) ​cultural 
B) ​environmental 
C) ​spiritual 
D) ​psychological 
E) ​social

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Which dimension of health focuses on an optimal state of physical,mental,and social well-being-not merely the absence of disease or infirmity? 

A) ​physical 
B) ​psychological 
C) ​social 
D) ​intellectual 
E) ​environmental

Answer 2

A

Question 3

The World Health Organization defines health as the absence of disease or illness.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

High blood pressure and high cholesterol-two risk factors for heart disease-are rarely found among college students.

Question 5

Simply defined,health means being sound in body,mind,and spirit.

Question 6

Even more so than the elderly,young adults today are experiencing the greatest health deficits and most years lost to illness,disability,and premature death.

Question 7

To effect a lasting change in behavior,reinforcement must come largely from such external factors as rewards for meeting a goal.

Question 8

Which dimension of health primarily includes your ability to think and learn from life experience?​ 

A) ​environmental 
B) ​emotional 
C) ​psychological 
D) ​intellectual 
E) ​cultural

Question 9

Between 40 and 80 percent of people who try to kick bad health habits lapse back into their unhealthy ways within six weeks.

Question 10

People typically cycle and recycle through the stages of behavioral changes several times.

Question 11

Which term best describes the process of discovering,using,and protecting all the resources within our bodies,minds,spirits,families,communities,and environment?​ 

A) ​protection 
B) ​prevention 
C) ​health 
D) ​wellness 
E) ​liberation

Question 12

What percentage of Americans exercises regularly?​ 

A) ​less than 20 percent 
B) ​less than 10 percent 
C) ​nearly 25 percent 
D) ​nearly 30 percent 
E) ​only 5 percent

Question 13

Which dimension of health refers to identifying one's own purpose in life,and to enjoying love,joy,and peace?​ 

A) ​psychological 
B) ​emotional 
C) ​intellectual 
D) ​spiritual 
E) ​physical

Question 14

Adults in the United States between the ages of 20 and 34 have the highest BMIs (body mass indexes)of any developed country.

Question 15

Which dimension of health focuses on the complex interrelationships between one person's health and the health of the community and environment?​ 

A) ​psychological 
B) ​environmental 
C) ​cultural 
D) ​social 
E) ​occupational

Question 16

On average,what is the life expectancy for Americans at birth?​ 

A) ​75 years 
B) ​82 years 
C) ​72 years 
D) ​79 years 
E) ​85 years

Question 17

Which dimension of health refers to both the emotional and mental states of a person,i.e.,feelings and thoughts?​ 

A) ​psychological 
B) ​emotional 
C) ​intellectual 
D) ​social 
E) ​environmental

Question 18

Life expectancy at birth in the United States has decreased to an all-time low 

Question 19

People who believe their actions will make a difference in their health have an internal locus of control.

Question 20

Citizens of which country have the shortest life expectancy?​ 

A) ​United Kingdom 
B) ​Australia 
C) ​Germany 
D) ​Spain 
E) ​United States

Question 21

Although African Americans and Hispanics represent only about one-quarter of the U.S.population,they account for about two-thirds of adult cases and more than 80 percent of pediatric cases of which disease?​ 

A) ​heart disease 
B) ​hepatitis C 
C) ​AIDS 
D) ​hepatitis B 
E) ​diabetes

Question 22

Which activity increases the likelihood of other risky behaviors,such as smoking cigarettes,using drugs,and having multiple sexual partners?​ 

A) ​over-stressing 
B) ​heavy drinking 
C) ​gambling 
D) ​binge eating 
E) ​succumbing to peer pressure

Question 23

The best weapon against cancer and heart disease is ____. 

A) ​attitude 
B) ​knowledge 
C) ​prevention 
D) ​avoiding risk 
E) ​spiritual well-being

Question 24

Mike overslept this morning,but he is not worried about lapsing into his old bad habits.Mike has reached which stage of change?​ 

A) ​contemplation 
B) ​maintenance 
C) ​preparation 
D) ​action 
E) ​termination

Question 25

Which change model reflects the approach adopted by Alcoholics Anonymous?​ 

A) ​moral model 
B) ​enlightenment model 
C) ​behavioral model 
D) ​medical model 
E) ​transtheoretical model

Question 26

Gloria has felt better since she received a gift membership to a health club and began attending group fitness classes.Which factor is most influential in her behavior?​ 

A) ​predisposing 
B) ​enabling 
C) ​reinforcing 
D) ​behavioral 
E) ​social

Question 27

Thomas is getting up earlier so he has enough time to walk to school rather than taking the shuttle.Thomas has reached which stage of change?​ 

A) ​contemplation 
B) ​preparation 
C) ​action 
D) ​maintenance 
E) ​termination

Question 28

Morgan gives gold stars to her second-grade students who score high on reading tests.Which factor is most influential in her method?​ 

A) ​reinforcing 
B) ​enabling 
C) ​behavioral 
D) ​predisposing 
E) ​social

Question 29

Which two variables may have the greatest impact on how our bodies functions,how long we live,and the symptoms,course,and treatment of the diseases that strike us? 

A) ​genes and country of origin 
B) ​marital and economic status 
C) ​race and ethnicity 
D) ​sex and gender 
E) ​age and social status

Question 30

Which term refers to the belief that a proposed change in behavior will be advantageous to your health?​ 

A) ​benefits 
B) ​healthy belief model 
C) ​reinforcement 
D) ​susceptibility 
E) ​enlightenment

Question 31

Which term refers to the belief that you may pay a very high price unless you change your behavior?​ 

A) ​benefits 
B) ​healthy belief model 
C) ​enlightenment 
D) ​susceptibility 
E) ​severity

Question 32

In the United States,____ of the population is overweight or obese.

A) ​one-quarter 
B) ​one-third 
C) ​one-half 
D) ​two-thirds 
E) ​three-quarters

Question 33

Brenda has decided to begin exercising in the coming weeks.She has developed an exercise program,has joined a nearby gym,and has a friend who has committed to be her exercise buddy.Brenda has reached which stage of change?​ 

A) ​precontemplation 
B) ​contemplation 
C) ​preparation 
D) ​action 
E) ​maintenance

Question 34

Among the diseases taking the greatest toll on the well-being of Americans are ____,heart disease,diabetes,arthritis,and autoimmune disorders. 

A) ​intestinal disorders 
B) ​food allergies 
C) ​hypertension 
D) ​underweight 
E) airborne infectious diseases

Question 35

Which racial or ethnic group has the highest death rates for lung cancer in the United States?​ 

A) ​Native Americans 
B) ​African Americans 
C) ​Alaska Natives 
D) ​Asian Americans 
E) ​Hispanics

Question 36

Which term refers to the belief that you are at risk for the negative consequences of your behavior?​ 

A) ​predisposition 
B) ​healthy belief model 
C) ​reinforcement 
D) ​susceptibility 
E) ​severity

Question 37

Conrad intends to wait until he is married to have sex because he believes it is the right thing to do.Which factor is most influential in his behavior?​ 

A) ​behavioral 
B) ​reinforcing 
C) ​predisposing 
D) ​enabling 
E) ​spiritual

Question 38

Which group is more likely to engage in risky behaviors?​ 

A) ​college-age men 
B) ​college-age women 
C) ​college dropouts 
D) ​married college students 
E) ​college athletes

Question 39

The choices college students make today have a(n)____ impact on how they feel. 

A) ​temporary but pronounced 
B) ​immediate and long-term 
C) ​low to moderate 
D) ​negligible but immediate 
E) ​variable and undefined

Question 40

Larry wavers between wanting to eat healthier and resisting the need to do so.Larry has reached which stage of change?​ 

A) ​precontemplation 
B) ​maintenance 
C) ​preparation 
D) ​contemplation 
E) ​action

Question 41

Measures that an individual can take when participating in risky behavior to prevent injury or unwanted risks are known as ____________________.

Question 42

Any planned combination of educational,political,regulatory,and organizational supports for actions and conditions of living conducive to the health of individuals,groups,or communities is known as ____________________.

Question 43

Which change process is the most popular,and involves increasing your knowledge about yourself or about the nature of your problem?​ 

A) ​environmental control 
B) ​consciousness-raising 
C) ​emotional arousal 
D) ​self-reevaluation 
E) ​social liberation

Question 44

Frank is seeing a therapist to deal with work and family issues.Frank exemplifies which process of change?​ 

A) ​environmental control 
B) ​emotional arousal 
C) ​countering 
D) ​helping relationships 
E) ​self-reevaluation

Question 45

Whether at work,at lunch,or at the subway station,Joan spends as much time as possible in non-smoking areas.Which change process is Joan illustrating?​ 

A) ​emotional arousal 
B) ​consciousness-raising 
C) ​social liberation 
D) ​self-reevaluation 
E) ​countering

Question 46

"___________________" is a term coined by researchers to refer to the extra challenges minorities face that increase the likelihood of major depression,poor physical health,functional limitations,and premature death.

Question 47

Which process of change might include doling out your stash of candy to the neighborhood children?​ 

A) ​self-reevaluation 
B) ​rewards 
C) ​environmental control 
D) ​commitment 
E) ​countering

Question 48

____________________ is a deliberate lifestyle choice characterized by personal responsibility and optimal enhancement of physical,mental,and spiritual health.

Question 49

A(n)____________________ refers to a behavior or an attitude that a particular group expects,values,and enforces.

Question 50

____________________ factors encompass the beliefs,values,attitudes,knowledge,and perceptions that influence our behavior.

Question 51

____________________ is part of a national public health initiative established by the U.S.Department of Health and Human Services for the creation of a society in which all people can live long,healthy lives.

Question 52

Sheila buys herself a new dress after losing 12 pounds.This is an example of which process of change?​ 

A) ​emotional arousal 
B) ​consciousness-raising 
C) ​self-reevaluation 
D) ​rewards 
E) ​social liberation

Question 53

The skills,resources,and physical and mental capabilities that shape our behavior are examples of ____________________ factors.

Question 54

Rewards,encouragement,and recognition that influence our behavior in the short run are examples of ____________________ factors.

Question 55

Which change model attributes being overweight to genetic factors and involves a medical expert to provide advice or treatment?​ 

A) ​moral 
B) ​enlightenment 
C) ​behavioral 
D) ​medical 
E) ​compensatory

Question 56

On the side of the highway sits a crashed automobile with a sign in front of it that says,"Is sending that text worth killing a family of four?" This is an example of which process of change?​ 

A) ​social liberation 
B) ​self-reevaluation 
C) ​emotional arousal 
D) ​countering 
E) ​consciousness-raising

Question 57

Which change model,rather than assigning blame,puts responsibility on people to acquire whatever skills or power they need to overcome their problems?​ 

A) ​moral 
B) ​enlightenment 
C) ​behavioral 
D) ​medical 
E) ​compensatory

Question 58

Which change model sees failure to take responsibility for smoking or excessive drinking as a sign of character weakness?​ 

A) ​moral 
B) ​enlightenment 
C) ​behavioral 
D) ​medical 
E) ​compensatory

Question 59

Bobby realizes he gambles too much and understands how he could use his time and money more wisely? Bobby exemplifies which process of change?​ 

A) ​social liberation 
B) ​consciousness-raising 
C) ​emotional arousal 
D) ​self-reevaluation 
E) ​commitment

Question 60

Americans lose more years of life to ____________________ and other drugs than people in peer countries.

Question 61

The term ____________________ refers to an individual's belief about the sources of power and influence over his or her life.

Question 62

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
views health and the individual as a whole,rather than by part by part

Question 63

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
state of complete well-being

Question 64

The ____________________ is a model of behavior change that focuses on the individual's attitudes and beliefs.

Question 65

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
healthy life expectancy

Question 66

What are the three types of influences that shape behavior? Provide examples of each type.

Question 67

The belief in one's ability to accomplish a goal or change a behavior is known as ____________________.

Question 68

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
more powerful than any medical treatment

Question 69

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
rooted in biology and shaped by environment and experience

Question 70

Explain how an individual's locus of control can affect his or her behavior and health.

Question 71

The ___________________ is a model of behavioral change that focuses on the individual's decision making,and includes a sequence of six stages of change.

Question 72

Give examples of specific new recommendations that have been added to the national health agenda for Healthy People 2020.

Question 73

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
predisposing factors more powerful than knowledge and attitude

Question 74

Changes in six risk factors could prevent two out of every three deaths and one in three hospitalizations in the United States.What are these risk factors?​

Question 75

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
first stage of change

Question 76

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
focuses on universal aspects of an individual's decision-making process

Question 77

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
last stage of change

Question 78

What are the six dimensions of health? How can each dimension be maintained?​

Question 79

Match the items with the appropriate description.
a.holistic approach
b.beliefs
c.HALE
d.precontemplation
e.prevention
f.health
g.transtheoretical model
h.gender
i.behavioral model
j.termination
involves rewarding yourself for making positive changes

Question 80

What are the key components of the transtheoretical model? Briefly define each component.