Question 1

According to stress research pioneer Lazarus (1966, 2000), it is __________ and not __________ stress that causes problems for people.

Accepted Answer

Lazarus emphasized that it is the subjective interpretation of stress, rather than an objective measure of stress, that determines its impact on an individual. This means how a person perceives and interprets stress in their life is more critical in causing problems than any objective measure of the stress itself.

Question 2

According to research presented in the text, poverty and racism are powerful sources of stress. This suggests that one problem with inventories is that the scale focuses on __________.

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is that the scale focuses on stressors experienced by the middle class, not those specific to poor or minority groups, which can overlook the significant stress caused by poverty and racism.

Question 3

Deming is feeling unable to cope with the demands of work, school, and home. Deming is feeling __________.

Accepted Answer

Deming is feeling overwhelmed by the demands in his life, which can lead to feelings of stress. Depression and anxiety may also be present, but the emphasis on the multiple demands suggests stress as the primary feeling. Extraversion is a personality trait, and not a feeling, so D is not the correct answer.

Question 4

Consider the findings from the study on stress and the immune system. On a college campus, when would students be most susceptible to catching a cold?

Accepted Answer

During periods of high stress, such as finals week when students have many exams and papers due, the immune system's effectiveness can be compromised, making individuals more susceptible to infections like the common cold.

Question 5

Sora is participating in research similar to research presented in the text. He has been exposed to the virus that causes the common cold and he has been given six assignments to be completed in the next two days. If his results replicate the previous research findings reported in your text, what will happen to Sora?

Accepted Answer

The previous research findings suggest that individuals who are exposed to the common cold virus and experience high levels of stress are more likely to become sick. Therefore, if Sora's results replicate these findings, he will likely get sick from the virus.

Question 6

According to most social psychologists, stress is defined as the negative feelings and beliefs that arise when people __________.

Accepted Answer

Most social psychologists define stress as the negative feelings and beliefs that arise when people believe that they cannot cope with environmental demands. This definition highlights the role of perceived inability to cope with stressors in creating stress, rather than external circumstances themselves.

Question 7

Frank has been involved with a peer group that expresses racist attitudes for the last 40 years, and he feels hostility toward certain minority groups. According to your text, due to his hostility and aggression, Frank may be experiencing __________.

Accepted Answer

The text suggests that long-term hostility and aggression can lead to health problems, such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and even shortened life expectancy. While Frank may also experience problems in his relationships or social connections, these are not specifically mentioned in relation to his hostility and aggression. There is no evidence that relief of stress is a potential outcome of his racist attitudes.

Question 8

Frazier et al. (2011), Infurna, Ram, & Gerstorf (2013) and Roepke & Grant (2011) assert that a person's belief that they can influence their environment, and therefore whether they experience positive or negative outcomes, __________.

Accepted Answer

Frazier et al. (2011), Infurna, Ram, & Gerstorf (2013) and Roepke & Grant (2011) all agree that a person's belief in their ability to influence their environment is associated with good physical and mental health.

Question 9

Mia and Bailey are both exposed to a virus that causes the common cold when they are studying for finals with their friend Katie. Bailey has been experiencing more negative stress events in her life than Mia. Based on research completed by Cohen, Tyrrell, & Smith (1991, 1993), Cohen et al. (2008) and Marsland, Bachen, & Cohen (2012), what is the likelihood that Mia and Bailey will get a cold?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that negative stress events can weaken the immune system and make individuals more susceptible to illnesses. As Bailey has been experiencing more negative stress events than Mia, she is more likely to get the cold due to her weakened immune system.

Question 10

Studies have been completed in which people's immune responses are measured before and after undergoing mildly stressful tasks in the laboratory. The results indicate that relatively mild stressors __________.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that stress suppresses the immune system, as it triggers the release of stress hormones like cortisol that can inhibit immune system function. Therefore, relatively mild stressors can lead to suppression of the immune system.

Question 11

Mary lives in a large city, which has high levels of pollution. Mary is more likely to have __________ deficits compared to children who grow up in less-polluted areas.

Accepted Answer

The question specifically mentions deficits, which can refer to both physiological (e.g. respiratory problems, weakened immune system) and psychological (e.g. cognitive development, mental health) issues. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it covers both possibilities. Options A and C only cover either physiological or environmental deficits, while option B only covers psychological deficits.

Question 12

Researchers exposed some participants to the virus that causes the common cold and exposed other participants to an inert saline solution. They found that the more stress participants reported, the more likely they were to contract colds. Results of this study suggest __________.

Accepted Answer

The study suggests that stress can negatively affect our immune systems, as those who reported more stress were more likely to contract the common cold.

Question 13

Patrick has experienced a large number of changes in his life. He's lost his job, is getting a divorce, is facing income tax evasion charges, and his wife is expecting a child. Patrick has also reported an increase in anxiety and has been sick a lot over the last six months. Some researchers would suggest that increased stress has taken a toll on Patrick's health. Others would suggest that __________ better account(s) for this coincidence.

Accepted Answer

Certain personality traits, such as neuroticism, have been found to be associated with increased stress and negative health outcomes in response to stressors. Therefore, it is likely that Patrick's personality traits have contributed to his increased anxiety and health problems, rather than solely the result of the stressors in his life.

Question 14

Your text reports people's feelings of control __________.

Accepted Answer

The text states that "feelings of control can vary from day to day depending on circumstances and events." This indicates that people's feelings of control are not consistent and can change frequently.

Question 15

When is Sam most likely to catch a cold?

Accepted Answer

Stress can weaken the immune system, making it more likely for someone to catch a cold when exposed to the virus.

Question 16

According to the authors of your text, which of the following stressors are omitted from many of the stress inventories?

Accepted Answer

The authors of the text state that stressors relevant to poverty and racism are often omitted from many stress inventories.

Question 17

It is ethically impossible to conduct experimental studies of stress and immune responses in humans to determine whether severe stress and prolonged stress actually causes susceptibility to health problems. However, some researchers have measured __________ and found __________.

Accepted Answer

It is ethically impossible to conduct experimental studies on stress and immune responses in humans. However, some researchers have measured immune responses and found that even minor stressors can suppress immune responses. Therefore, option C is the correct choice. The other options are either incorrect or lack evidence to support them.

Question 18

Which of the following people, based on personality, would be most likely to experience life difficulties and health problems?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following people, based on...

Question 19

A sense of perceived control is defined as the belief that we can influence our environment, __________.

Accepted Answer

Perceived control refers to the belief that we can influence our environment, which can lead to positive or negative outcomes. It does not necessarily mean that we have control over all outcomes or only certain types of outcomes.

Question 20

Which of the following is a major conceptual concern with measuring stress by counting objectively positive and negative life events?

Accepted Answer

Perceptions of an event are more important than objective characteristics when it comes to measuring stress. Two people could experience the same event objectively, but their perception of the event may differ, resulting in different levels of stress. Therefore, relying solely on objectively positive and negative life events may not provide an accurate measure of stress.

Quiz 15: Social Psychology and Health

According to stress research pioneer Lazarus (1966, 2000) , it is and not stress that causes problems for people.

According to research presented in the text, poverty and racism are powerful sources of stress. This suggests that one problem with inventories is that the scale focuses on __________.

Deming is feeling unable to cope with the demands of work, school, and home. Deming is feeling __________.

Consider the findings from the study on stress and the immune system. On a college campus, when would students be most susceptible to catching a cold?

According to most social psychologists, stress is defined as the negative feelings and beliefs that arise when people __________.

Frank has been involved with a peer group that expresses racist attitudes for the last 40 years, and he feels hostility toward certain minority groups. According to your text, due to his hostility and aggression, Frank may be experiencing __________.

Frazier et al. (2011) , Infurna, Ram, & Gerstorf (2013) and Roepke & Grant (2011) assert that a person's belief that they can influence their environment, and therefore whether they experience positive or negative outcomes, __________.

Studies have been completed in which people's immune responses are measured before and after undergoing mildly stressful tasks in the laboratory. The results indicate that relatively mild stressors __________.

Mary lives in a large city, which has high levels of pollution. Mary is more likely to have __________ deficits compared to children who grow up in less-polluted areas.

Researchers exposed some participants to the virus that causes the common cold and exposed other participants to an inert saline solution. They found that the more stress participants reported, the more likely they were to contract colds. Results of this study suggest __________.

Your text reports people's feelings of control __________.

When is Sam most likely to catch a cold?

According to the authors of your text, which of the following stressors are omitted from many of the stress inventories?

It is ethically impossible to conduct experimental studies of stress and immune responses in humans to determine whether severe stress and prolonged stress actually causes susceptibility to health problems. However, some researchers have measured and found .

Which of the following people, based on personality, would be most likely to experience life difficulties and health problems?

A sense of perceived control is defined as the belief that we can influence our environment, __________.

Which of the following is a major conceptual concern with measuring stress by counting objectively positive and negative life events?

Quiz 15: Social Psychology and Health

According to stress research pioneer Lazarus (1966, 2000) , it is __________ and not __________ stress that causes problems for people.

According to research presented in the text, poverty and racism are powerful sources of stress. This suggests that one problem with inventories is that the scale focuses on __________.

Deming is feeling unable to cope with the demands of work, school, and home. Deming is feeling __________.

Consider the findings from the study on stress and the immune system. On a college campus, when would students be most susceptible to catching a cold?

According to most social psychologists, stress is defined as the negative feelings and beliefs that arise when people __________.

Frank has been involved with a peer group that expresses racist attitudes for the last 40 years, and he feels hostility toward certain minority groups. According to your text, due to his hostility and aggression, Frank may be experiencing __________.

Frazier et al. (2011) , Infurna, Ram, & Gerstorf (2013) and Roepke & Grant (2011) assert that a person's belief that they can influence their environment, and therefore whether they experience positive or negative outcomes, __________.

Studies have been completed in which people's immune responses are measured before and after undergoing mildly stressful tasks in the laboratory. The results indicate that relatively mild stressors __________.

Mary lives in a large city, which has high levels of pollution. Mary is more likely to have __________ deficits compared to children who grow up in less-polluted areas.

Researchers exposed some participants to the virus that causes the common cold and exposed other participants to an inert saline solution. They found that the more stress participants reported, the more likely they were to contract colds. Results of this study suggest __________.

Your text reports people's feelings of control __________.

When is Sam most likely to catch a cold?

According to the authors of your text, which of the following stressors are omitted from many of the stress inventories?

It is ethically impossible to conduct experimental studies of stress and immune responses in humans to determine whether severe stress and prolonged stress actually causes susceptibility to health problems. However, some researchers have measured __________ and found __________.

Which of the following people, based on personality, would be most likely to experience life difficulties and health problems?

A sense of perceived control is defined as the belief that we can influence our environment, __________.

Which of the following is a major conceptual concern with measuring stress by counting objectively positive and negative life events?

According to stress research pioneer Lazarus (1966, 2000) , it is and not stress that causes problems for people.

It is ethically impossible to conduct experimental studies of stress and immune responses in humans to determine whether severe stress and prolonged stress actually causes susceptibility to health problems. However, some researchers have measured and found .