Deck 14: Family Crises

Question 1

Suicide is:

A) a normative stressor.
B) a nonvolitional stressor.
C) an internal stressor.
D) an ambiguous stressor.

Answer 1

C

Question 2

An event that upsets the smooth functioning of a person's life is called:

A) a crisis.
B) an alarm.
C) a syndrome.
D) an episode.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Accepting a new job and moving your children to a new city where they don't have any friends is an example of:

A) a chronic stressor.
B) an ambiguous stressor.
C) a nonvolitional stressor.
D) an internal stressor.

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Juan constantly watches what he eats because he suffers with high blood pressure. His illness is an example of:

A) an ambiguous stressor.
B) a chronic stressor.
C) an external stressor.
D) a volitional stressor.

Question 5

Diabetes is a(n) ____ stressor.

A) volitional
B) normative
C) chronic
D) external

Question 6

Internal stressors arise from:

A) low self-esteem.
B) biological factors.
C) someone inside the family.
D) religious beliefs.

Question 7

A husband who spends countless hours worrying about his pregnant wife's health is experiencing:

A) an ambiguous stressor.
B) a cumulative stressor.
C) an external stressor.
D) a normative stressor.

Question 8

The first and most important step in successful crisis management is:

A) having a positive outlook.
B) building a strong family.
C) knowing where to go for help.
D) accumulating financial resources.

Question 9

____ stressors are often but not always disastrous.

A) Isolated
B) Nonnormative
C) Volitional
D) Nonambigious

Question 10

An event that would be considered a normative stressor is:

A) war.
B) marriage.
C) homicide.
D) earthquake.

Question 11

Susie just received a promotion she has been working hard to get. In addition, she found out she is pregnant after trying for over a year. Susie is experiencing:

A) cumulative stressors.
B) internal stressors.
C) chronic stressors.
D) volitional stressors.

Question 12

All of the following stressors are nonnormative EXCEPT:

A) winning a lottery.
B) war.
C) divorce.
D) death.

Question 13

Allen and his best friend died in a car accident two hours after their high school graduation ceremony. This tragic accident is an example of:

A) an external stressor.
B) a chronic stressor.
C) an absolute stressor.
D) a nonnormative stressor.

Question 14

Nonnormative stressors tend to be:

A) trivial.
B) positive.
C) unexpected.
D) cumulative.

Question 15

Tony and Tina are moving to a new area because Tony was transferred and promoted. Tina must find a new job and day care for the kids. According to your text, the change in Tony and Tina's life is best defined as:

A) an opportunity.
B) negative.
C) a crisis.
D) poor family management.

Question 16

Crisis-prone families are often:

A) two-career families.
B) troubled families.
C) ethnic families.
D) extended families.

Question 17

Chad recently lost his job, then he found out his girlfriend is pregnant and his father has prostate cancer. Chad is experiencing:

A) chronic stressors.
B) cumulative stressors.
C) external stressors.
D) acute stressors.

Question 18

The term used to describe stressor events that are expected to occur over the family life cycle is:

A) nonvolitional.
B) ambiguous.
C) chronic.
D) normative.

Question 19

Aging is:

A) an acute stressor.
B) a normative stressor.
C) an external stressor.
D) a volitional stressor.

Question 20

Crisis-provoking events are called:

A) dysfunctions.
B) syndromes.
C) stressors.
D) mechanisms.

Question 21

Having a tooth knocked out during a football game is an example of:

A) an acute stressor.
B) an ambiguous stressor.
C) a cumulative stressor.
D) a volitional stressor.

Question 22

In the third phase of the general-adaptation syndrome, high stress levels tend to produce:

A) an alarm reaction.
B) physical illness.
C) unresponsiveness.
D) restlessness.

Question 23

During the second phase of the general-adaptation syndrome, physical responses appear to:

A) clash with one another.
B) increase in intensity.
C) return to normal.
D) occur in pairs.

Question 24

Researchers believe that moderate stress during childhood is related to:

A) heightened aggression.
B) later achievement.
C) scapegoating.
D) repression.

Question 25

____ stressors are produced by events that are wanted and sought out.

A) Normative
B) External
C) Volitional
D) Isolated

Question 26

The changes experienced during the first phase of the general-adaptation syndrome are controlled by the:

A) brain stem.
B) cardiovascular system.
C) nervous system.
D) endocrine gland.

Question 27

In the general-adaptation syndrome, the original symptoms tend to reoccur in the ____ stage.

A) alarm
B) resistance
C) recovery
D) exposure

Question 28

Kyle failed his algebra exam. This is an example of:

A) a chronic stressor.
B) an acute stressor.
C) a cumulative stressor.
D) an external stressor.

Question 29

The first step in crisis management is:

A) describing the event in realistic terms.
B) going to a counselor.
C) examining emotions.
D) asking for advice from family and friends.

Question 30

During the second step of crisis management, an individual should:

A) determine if the crisis requires outside resources.
B) attempt to separate internal and external stressors.
C) examine emotions and reactions to the crisis situation.
D) develop a reliable support network.

Question 31

Tom feels frustrated and stressed. He can't relax and has been angry at "the world" because he can't get extra hours at work. Tom is experiencing:

A) anxiety.
B) depression.
C) exhaustion.
D) resistance.

Question 32

Deciding to adopt a child is an example of:

A) an acute stressor.
B) a volitional stressor.
C) an ambiguous stressor.
D) a cumulative stressor.

Question 33

After realizing that he didn't have to face his terminal illness alone, Alfred began to share his burden with a trusted co-worker who he had worked with for 25 years. Alfred's behavior is consistent with the description of the ____ step of the crisis management process.

A) first
B) second
C) third
D) fourth

Question 34

Some Americans believe that women are passive and irrational. For many women, these beliefs are:

A) external stressors.
B) acute stressors.
C) normative stressors.
D) volitional stressors.

Question 35

Ideally, stress occurs in a healthy range. The range varies according to:

A) the creation of alarm and resistance.
B) a person's adaptability and stress tolerance.
C) an individual's resistance and recovery.
D) physical and psychological symptoms.

Question 36

A healthy person is defined as an individual who is:

A) free of stress.
B) capable of dealing with stress.
C) able to rationalize stress.
D) good at projecting stress.

Question 37

During a crisis, one must:

A) hibernate at home until it passes.
B) choose from the various alternatives that present themselves.
C) quickly go with the "gut reaction" as it is usually correct.
D) choose one or two possibilities and not worry about a large list.

Question 38

Clara tested positive for the AIDS virus. She responded to the test results by insisting that they were wrong because something that horrible could never happen to her. Clara is probably in the ____ step of the crisis management process.

A) first
B) second
C) third
D) fourth

Question 39

The general-adaptation syndrome is:

A) an unhealthy response to a crisis.
B) one of the six defense mechanisms.
C) a pattern of response to stress.
D) triggered by human instincts.

Question 40

Friends and family members play an important role during the ____ step of crisis management.

A) first
B) second
C) third
D) fourth

Question 41

When his mother scolded him for killing birds with his pellet gun, Alex responded by saying, "It's no big deal, all my friends are doing it." This is an example of:

A) repression.
B) compensation.
C) rationalization.
D) displacement.

Question 42

The methods that we use to deny, excuse, change, or disguise anxiety-producing behaviors are called:

A) coping devices.
B) relaxation techniques.
C) defense mechanisms.
D) adaptation strategies.

Question 43

Rachel struggles at work. However, she enjoys the volunteer work she does on the weekends and this makes the work week better. Rachel's defense mechanism is:

A) neutralization.
B) repression.
C) compensation.
D) scapegoating.

Question 44

The best way to limit your anxiety is to focus your emotional reactions on:

A) safe targets.
B) internal mental processes.
C) the source of your stress.
D) projection techniques.

Question 45

The final step in crisis management is:

A) seeking support from family and friends.
B) resolving the crisis.
C) examining your emotions.
D) redefining the situation.

Question 46

Big Brothers and Big Sisters provide adult companionship for children from:

A) immigrant families.
B) single-parent families.
C) minority families.
D) poor families.

Question 47

Yelling at your roommate because you flunked a math test is an example of:

A) repression.
B) rationalization.
C) displacement.
D) sublimation.

Question 48

Hospice, pain killers, Al-Anon, and counseling centers are all examples of:

A) emotional crisis.
B) recovery.
C) therapy.
D) displacement.

Question 49

The term used to describe generalized fear that does not have a specific source is:

A) guilt.
B) anxiety.
C) stress.
D) repression.

Question 50

Mike believes the decline in jobs is due to the illegal immigration of Mexicans, although it is actually due to the movement of a factory to China. Mike is angry at the Mexicans because he cannot get a job. This is an example of:

A) compensation.
B) scapegoating.
C) rationalization.
D) displacement.

Question 51

Al-Anon and Alateen provide local support groups for parents, children, and friends of:

A) asthma patients.
B) alcoholic victims.
C) AIDS patients.
D) Alzheimer's victims.

Question 52

Finding an excuse for a behavior that is causing trouble is called:

A) projection.
B) rationalization.
C) repression.
D) compensation.

Question 53

Ted joins the hockey team to get out some of his aggression in a "legal" way. Ted's defense mechanism is:

A) repression.
B) scapegoating.
C) compensation.
D) sublimation.

Question 54

After using a variety of methods to cope with his sprained ankle, Roy decided to make an appointment with his primary care physician. His behavior is consistent with the description of the ____ step of the crisis management process.

A) first
B) second
C) third
D) fourth

Question 55

A defense mechanism is used in a positive way when it enables a person to:

A) experiment with new roles.
B) turn his anger inward.
C) assume someone else's personality.
D) develop elaborate rationalizations.

Question 56

The unconscious blocking of things that cause stress and frustration is called:

A) displacement.
B) repression.
C) relaxation.
D) sublimation.

Question 57

Although they have positive uses, defense mechanisms also tend to block:

A) identity formation.
B) moral development.
C) social spontaneity.
D) open communication.

Question 58

Judy's husband has stage four prostate cancer. Judy is seeking help in coping with his illness and making him comfortable. Judy should contact:

A) a family counseling center.
B) Al-Anon.
C) a visiting nurse.
D) hospice.

Question 59

Meditation is synonymous with:

A) role experimentation.
B) sublimation.
C) self-induced relaxation.
D) projection.

Question 60

Jon was angry at his girlfriend for breaking plans with him. He went to his parents' house instead and yelled at them about not having dinner. Which defense mechanism is Jon using?

A) rationalization
B) displacement
C) compensation
D) sublimation

Question 61

Sam is 15. The most likely cause of injury or death is for his age group is:

A) accidents.
B) homicide.
C) suicide.
D) cancer.

Question 62

The age group that is more accident-prone is:

A) people under 40.
B) people aged 45 to 50.
C) people aged 50 to 55.
D) people aged 55 to 60.

Question 63

The group that has the highest suicide rate is:

A) white males.
B) black males.
C) white females.
D) black females.

Question 64

Many experts believe that ____ may be the nation's number one preventable cause of death among young people.

A) suicide
B) accidents
C) homicide
D) alcoholism

Question 65

The pangs of grief occur:

A) if the survivors don't grieve properly.
B) after the initial shock of a person's death.
C) during the denial stage of death and dying.
D) when mourners return to their normal routines.

Question 66

The sequence that represents the correct order of the stages of grieving is:

A) denial and isolation, bargaining, depression, anger, acceptance.
B) bargaining, anger, depression, denial and isolation, acceptance.
C) anger, denial and isolation, bargaining, depression, acceptance.
D) denial and isolation, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance.

Question 67

A father who reacts to his son's impending death by violently pounding his fist on the dining room table is probably in the ____ stage of the death and dying process.

A) first
B) second
C) third
D) fourth

Question 68

Ambiguous loss can be hard on families. One type is present in kidnapping, where the person is physically absent, but psychologically present. The other type is when a person is physically present, but psychologically absent. All of the following are examples of the second type of ambiguous loss EXCEPT:

A) a person in a coma.
B) a missing soldier.
C) an Alzheimer's patient.
D) an individual suffering from mental illness.

Question 69

The death of a family member produces feelings that are similar to the feelings produced by:

A) divorce.
B) unemployment.
C) bankruptcy.
D) retirement.

Question 70

An examination of death rates for firearm-related injuries reveals that:

A) the rate of firearm deaths has declined over the last 25 years.
B) most firearm-related deaths are homicides.
C) Hispanic males have the highest firearm fatality rates.
D) the largest increase in firearm deaths in the last 10 years has been for white males.

Question 71

A suicide attempt is really:

A) a cry for help.
B) an act of repression.
C) a form of sublimation.
D) an adaptation syndrome.

Question 72

Most accidental injuries occur in:

A) rural areas.
B) the home.
C) older age groups.
D) school.

Question 73

Which the following individuals is most likely to be an accident victim?

A) Tom lives in Alabama.
B) Sam lives in rural North Dakota.
C) Nick lives in New York City.
D) Frank lives in Chinatown.

Question 74

The overwhelming majority of people who survive a suicide are:

A) mentally disordered.
B) middle-aged.
C) glad they are alive.
D) members of a minority group.

Question 75

Charlie just lost his sister in car accident. Immediately after the accident, Charlie is like to go through a period of:

A) severe depression.
B) numbness and shock.
C) bargaining.
D) anger.

Question 76

Which of the following is most likely to end in accidental death?

A) Tony is at a shooting range.
B) Tim and Lisa took the sailboat out on a nice day.
C) Sam lit candles and incense in her apartment.
D) Trish and Nick are going on a road trip.

Question 77

Rick and Judy have been searching for their eight-year-old son ever since he disappeared six months ago. They feel that they have exhausted every possible avenue in their search and are not sure which way to turn. Rick and Judy are suffering from:

A) ambiguous loss.
B) scapegoating.
C) denial.
D) bargaining.

Question 78

More and more violent crimes are being committed by:

A) immigrants.
B) females.
C) suburbanites.
D) minors.

Question 79

Hector is not very athletic, so he decides that he will try to impress his peers by studying hard and getting good grades. This is an example of:

A) scapegoating.
B) compensation.
C) sublimation.
D) repression.

Question 80

The death of a family member is especially traumatic when it is:

A) gradual.
B) unexpected.
C) caused by old age.
D) sublimated.