Question 1

____ refers to any attempt to deal with the impact of stress.

Accepted Answer

Coping is the term used to refer to any deliberate effort to manage or reduce the impact of stress. This can include a variety of strategies, both healthy and unhealthy, that individuals use to manage the stressors in their lives.

Question 2

Blanchard-Fields (2007) has conducted research that found that, for middle-aged adults, highly emotional problems are associated most with ____ and ____ approaches to solving those problems.

Accepted Answer

Blanchard-Fields (2007) found that middle-aged adults were most likely to use passive-dependent and avoidant-denial approaches to solving highly emotional problems.

Question 3

The primary reason that women show a decline in sexual activity as they get older involves

Accepted Answer

The primary reason for a decline in sexual activity among older women is often the lack of a willing or appropriate partner, rather than physiological changes or issues related to sexual function itself.

Question 4

What advice is most appropriate for post-menopausal women?​

Accepted Answer

Post-menopausal women should be aware that there is no physiological reason to stop having an enjoyable sex life. They may need additional lubrication and experience reduced excitement, but sex can still be pleasurable. It is important to communicate with their partner and take their time to explore new ways of being intimate.

Question 5

As men age, their ____ gland tends to enlarger, become stiffer, and has the potential to interfere with the urinary tract.

Accepted Answer

The prostate gland is located near the bladder and surrounds the urethra in men. As men age, the prostate gland can become enlarged and stiff, a condition known as benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). BPH can cause urinary symptoms such as difficulty urinating and increased frequency.

Question 6

Decades of research show that stress is linked to ____ problems.

Accepted Answer

Decades of research have consistently shown that stress is linked to cardiovascular problems such as high blood pressure, heart disease, and stroke.

Question 7

Carrie is a paramedic who responded to an emergency call for a child in distress. Tragically, the child did not survive an allergic reaction to a medication that he was given although Carrie worked tirelessly to revive him. Carrie is now experiencing a psychological disorder that is interrupting her life. The condition Carrie is experiencing is probably

Accepted Answer

Carrie's experience of responding to an emergency call for a child who did not survive could have been a traumatic experience for her. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychological disorder that arises from experiencing or witnessing traumatic events. Symptoms of PTSD include intrusive memories, avoidance of reminders of the trauma, negative changes in mood and thinking, and heightened arousal and reactivity. Given the circumstances, it is likely that Carrie is experiencing PTSD.

Question 8

Experiencing negative events in life tends to ____ immune functioning in the human body, while experiencing positive events tends to ____ those functions.​

Accepted Answer

Experiencing negative events such as stress or trauma can cause an increase in stress hormones such as cortisol, which can suppress immune functioning, whereas experiencing positive events such as social support or positive emotions can trigger the release of hormones such as oxytocin or endorphins, which can enhance immune functioning. Therefore, negative events tend to lower immune functioning while positive events tend to improve it.

Question 9

Dr. Cox is discussing the issue of stress with his students. "Clearly, the best way to understand stress is to examine the interactions that occur between a person and his or her environment!" Dr. Cox is a proponent of the ____ paradigm.

Accepted Answer

The stress and coping paradigm focuses on the interactions between individuals and their environments, examining how people perceive and respond to stressors.

Question 10

____ intelligence refers to the broad range of skills that relate to how individuals shape, select, or adapt to their physical and social environments.

Accepted Answer

Practical intelligence includes cognitive abilities related to problem-solving in everyday life and adapting to new situations in one's physical or social environment. This encompasses skills such as street smarts, common sense, and interpersonal abilities. The other options, Everyday and Crystallized, are not well-established types of intelligence while Analytical intelligence specifically refers to the ability to analyze and reason logically in a narrow context.

Question 11

Leslie is a middle-aged woman who has not exercised very much in the last several years, and she wants to start getting back in shape. She doesn't like "intense" exercise, however, and wants to initiate a moderate exercise regimen. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, how much should moderate intensity exercise should she get in a week to improve her fitness level?

Accepted Answer

According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, adults should aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise or 75 minutes of vigorous intensity exercise per week for overall health benefits, including improving fitness levels. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it meets this recommendation.

Question 12

As a typical middle-aged male, Rasheed will most likely experience

Accepted Answer

As men age, it is common for their prostate gland to become enlarged, leading to urinary symptoms such as increased frequency and urgency.

Question 13

Fluid intelligence is to the ____ of intelligence as crystallized intelligence is to the ____ of intelligence.​

Accepted Answer

Fluid intelligence refers to the ability to reason and solve problems in novel situations, while crystallized intelligence refers to accumulated knowledge and skills. The mechanics of intelligence are related to how information is processed, such as in working memory or processing speed, while pragmatics refer to the application of knowledge and skills in real-world settings. Therefore, fluid intelligence is more closely related to mechanics of intelligence, while crystallized intelligence is more closely related to the pragmatics of intelligence.

Question 14

The dominant framework for studying stress, which emphasizes the transactions between a person and their environment, is the stress and ____ paradigm.

Accepted Answer

The stress and coping paradigm emphasizes the transactions between a person and their environment, with a focus on how individuals cope with stressful situations. This framework recognizes that stress is not solely a result of external circumstances, but also depends on an individual's subjective experience and ability to cope. The other answer options (B, C, and D) are not widely recognized frameworks for studying stress.

Question 15

With regard to male reproductive functioning, which of the following statements is the most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that men typically experience a decline in the quantity of sperm that they produce as they age. This decline begins in a man's 40s and continues throughout his life. Some studies have also suggested that the quality of sperm may decrease with age, potentially leading to a higher risk of infertility and birth defects in offspring.

Option A is incorrect as viable sperm count actually decreases with age. 
Option B is incorrect as there is evidence to suggest that quantity and quality of sperm can decline with age even in men without heart problems. 
Option D is incorrect as prostate shrinkage can contribute to difficulty with urination and ejaculation, but it does not necessarily lead to complete inability to have erections.

Question 16

Based on research, which of the following statements BEST summarizes how middle-aged adults solve problems?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that middle-aged adults use different problem-solving strategies depending on the type of problem they are facing. For example, they may use a problem-focused approach for practical or objective problems, but may use more emotion-focused strategies when dealing with interpersonal or emotional problems. Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Question 17

The definition of aerobic exercise provided in your text is exercise that places moderate stress on the heart by maintaining a pulse rate of ____ to ____ percent of its maximum heart rate.

Accepted Answer

According to the definition provided in the text, aerobic exercise places moderate stress on the heart by maintaining a pulse rate of 60 to 90 percent of its maximum heart rate.

Question 18

Dr. Zorba is giving 44-year-old Annette an intelligence test. Annette finds that she really likes answering the questions because they seem to be based on her life experiences. Dr. Zorba is most likely attempting to assess Annette's

Accepted Answer

Annette's enjoyment of answering questions based on her life experiences suggests that Dr. Zorba is attempting to assess her practical intelligence, which is the ability to apply knowledge and skills to real-world situations. This type of intelligence is often related to life experience and can be valuable in everyday tasks and problem-solving. The other options (generativity, ego resilience, and fluid intelligence) are not as directly related to the scenario described.

Question 19

Research indicates that using _____ techniques has many positive effects on physical and psychological health.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that mindfulness techniques, such as meditation or relaxation exercises, have positive effects on both physical and psychological health. These techniques can help reduce stress, improve sleep, decrease anxiety and depression, and even lower blood pressure and heart rate. Exposure techniques (A) involve confronting fears or traumatic memories and can be helpful for certain conditions like PTSD. Trigger techniques (B) refer to identifying and avoiding triggers for certain conditions, like addiction, but are not as broadly applicable as mindfulness. Suppression techniques (D), which involve consciously pushing away unwanted thoughts or emotions, can actually lead to increased stress and negative health outcomes.

Question 20

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) involves prescribing medication to women that provides low doses of estrogen which is often combined with ____ to counter the symptoms associated with menopause.​

Accepted Answer

Progestin is commonly combined with estrogen in MHT to balance the effects of estrogen and prevent an increased risk of endometrial cancer. Prolactin, testosterone, and adrenaline are not typically used in MHT.

Quiz 13: Making It in Midlife: The Unique Challenges of Middle Adulthood.

____ refers to any attempt to deal with the impact of stress.

Blanchard-Fields (2007) has conducted research that found that, for middle-aged adults, highly emotional problems are associated most with and approaches to solving those problems.

The primary reason that women show a decline in sexual activity as they get older involves

What advice is most appropriate for post-menopausal women?

As men age, their ____ gland tends to enlarger, become stiffer, and has the potential to interfere with the urinary tract.

Decades of research show that stress is linked to ____ problems.

Experiencing negative events in life tends to immune functioning in the human body, while experiencing positive events tends to those functions.

Dr. Cox is discussing the issue of stress with his students. "Clearly, the best way to understand stress is to examine the interactions that occur between a person and his or her environment!" Dr. Cox is a proponent of the ____ paradigm.

____ intelligence refers to the broad range of skills that relate to how individuals shape, select, or adapt to their physical and social environments.

As a typical middle-aged male, Rasheed will most likely experience

Fluid intelligence is to the of intelligence as crystallized intelligence is to the of intelligence.

The dominant framework for studying stress, which emphasizes the transactions between a person and their environment, is the stress and ____ paradigm.

With regard to male reproductive functioning, which of the following statements is the most accurate?

Based on research, which of the following statements BEST summarizes how middle-aged adults solve problems?

The definition of aerobic exercise provided in your text is exercise that places moderate stress on the heart by maintaining a pulse rate of to percent of its maximum heart rate.

Dr. Zorba is giving 44-year-old Annette an intelligence test. Annette finds that she really likes answering the questions because they seem to be based on her life experiences. Dr. Zorba is most likely attempting to assess Annette's

Research indicates that using _____ techniques has many positive effects on physical and psychological health.

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) involves prescribing medication to women that provides low doses of estrogen which is often combined with ____ to counter the symptoms associated with menopause.

Quiz 13: Making It in Midlife: The Unique Challenges of Middle Adulthood.

____ refers to any attempt to deal with the impact of stress.

Blanchard-Fields (2007) has conducted research that found that, for middle-aged adults, highly emotional problems are associated most with ____ and ____ approaches to solving those problems.

The primary reason that women show a decline in sexual activity as they get older involves

What advice is most appropriate for post-menopausal women?​

As men age, their ____ gland tends to enlarger, become stiffer, and has the potential to interfere with the urinary tract.

Decades of research show that stress is linked to ____ problems.

Experiencing negative events in life tends to ____ immune functioning in the human body, while experiencing positive events tends to ____ those functions.​

Dr. Cox is discussing the issue of stress with his students. "Clearly, the best way to understand stress is to examine the interactions that occur between a person and his or her environment!" Dr. Cox is a proponent of the ____ paradigm.

____ intelligence refers to the broad range of skills that relate to how individuals shape, select, or adapt to their physical and social environments.

As a typical middle-aged male, Rasheed will most likely experience

Fluid intelligence is to the ____ of intelligence as crystallized intelligence is to the ____ of intelligence.​

The dominant framework for studying stress, which emphasizes the transactions between a person and their environment, is the stress and ____ paradigm.

With regard to male reproductive functioning, which of the following statements is the most accurate?

Based on research, which of the following statements BEST summarizes how middle-aged adults solve problems?

The definition of aerobic exercise provided in your text is exercise that places moderate stress on the heart by maintaining a pulse rate of ____ to ____ percent of its maximum heart rate.

Dr. Zorba is giving 44-year-old Annette an intelligence test. Annette finds that she really likes answering the questions because they seem to be based on her life experiences. Dr. Zorba is most likely attempting to assess Annette's

Research indicates that using _____ techniques has many positive effects on physical and psychological health.

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) involves prescribing medication to women that provides low doses of estrogen which is often combined with ____ to counter the symptoms associated with menopause.​

Blanchard-Fields (2007) has conducted research that found that, for middle-aged adults, highly emotional problems are associated most with and approaches to solving those problems.

What advice is most appropriate for post-menopausal women?

Experiencing negative events in life tends to immune functioning in the human body, while experiencing positive events tends to those functions.

Fluid intelligence is to the of intelligence as crystallized intelligence is to the of intelligence.

The definition of aerobic exercise provided in your text is exercise that places moderate stress on the heart by maintaining a pulse rate of to percent of its maximum heart rate.

Menopausal hormone therapy (MHT) involves prescribing medication to women that provides low doses of estrogen which is often combined with ____ to counter the symptoms associated with menopause.