Question 1

Laughter has been shown to ____.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that laughter can lower perceived stress levels and bring about a general feeling of well-being. However, it is not a cure for cancer and does not have different effects on younger and older people.

Question 2

The use of defense mechanisms is a way to ____.

Accepted Answer

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Question 3

Which of the following is a disadvantage of the use of defense mechanisms?

Accepted Answer

Defense mechanisms can prevent us from acknowledging the true source of our stress, which can hinder our ability to confront and address the problem effectively.

Question 4

Problem-focused coping is to ____ as emotion-focused coping is to ____.

Accepted Answer

Problem-focused coping focuses on external factors in order to solve a problem or alleviate stress, while emotion-focused coping deals with the internal emotional response to stress. Therefore, choice C correctly pairs problem-focused coping (external) with emotion-focused coping (internal).

Question 5

Problem-focused coping is designed to ____.

Accepted Answer

Problem-focused coping aims to directly address the source of stress by altering the environment or situation that is causing it. This type of coping strategy is proactive and focuses on finding solutions to the problem, rather than just managing the emotional or psychological impact of the stressor. Options A, B, and C all focus more on managing the individual's emotional or cognitive response to stress, rather than addressing the external factors causing it.

Question 6

"Focusing on the half of the glass that is full is better for your health than focusing on the half that is empty." This statement reflects an adaptive coping strategy called ____.

Accepted Answer

The statement is referring to the practice of having an optimistic attitude and focusing on the positive aspects of a situation rather than dwelling on the negative. This is a well-known and effective coping strategy for dealing with stress and improving overall mental health. Guided imagery and progressive relaxation are relaxation techniques, while time management is a strategy for improving productivity and reducing stress, but they are not directly related to focusing on the positive or negative aspects of a situation.

Question 7

Physical exercise has been found to increase the body's production of ____.

Accepted Answer

Physical exercise has been found to increase the body's production of serotonin, which is a neurotransmitter that contributes to feelings of well-being and happiness.

Question 8

The use of psychological defense mechanisms is most closely associated with ____.

Accepted Answer

Psychological defense mechanisms are strategies people use to protect themselves from unpleasant emotions, such as anxiety or guilt. These strategies fall under emotion-focused coping, as they are aimed at managing the emotional distress rather than solving the problem causing the distress. Examples of defense mechanisms include denial, repression, and projection.

Question 9

What do meditation and progressive muscle relaxation techniques have in common?

Accepted Answer

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Question 10

Vincent is expecting to hear from his girlfriend when her plane arrives in Chicago.When he does not hear from her he gets angry and feels stressed.He decides to think of other reasons why she may not have called such as her plane being late.Vincent has engaged in what type of coping strategy?

Accepted Answer

Vincent is engaging in cognitive reappraisal by considering other possible reasons for his girlfriend's lack of communication, rather than just assuming the worst and becoming even more stressed/anxious.

Question 11

Research shows that meditating ____.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that meditating decreases heart rate. Meditating may also have other effects on the body, such as reducing stress and improving overall wellbeing. However, it does not increase oxygen consumption, increase blood pressure, or decrease immune function.

Question 12

Encarna frequently lashes out at her younger brother when she gets yelled at by her parents.Encarna is engaging in the defense mechanism of ____.

Accepted Answer

Encarna is displacing her feelings of frustration and anger towards her parents onto her younger brother. This is a classic example of displacement, which involves taking out our feelings on a less threatening target.

Question 13

Annette often accuses other college students of being immature when,in fact,Annette acts quite childish herself.Annette is most likely engaging in the defense mechanism of ____.

Accepted Answer

Annette is projecting her own childish behavior onto other college students and accusing them of being immature. Projection is a defense mechanism where a person attributes their own undesirable thoughts or feelings onto others, in order to avoid confronting them in themselves.

Question 14

Taking your anger out on something or someone other than the person that caused your anger would be an example of ____.

Accepted Answer

Taking your anger out on something or someone other than the person that caused your anger is an example of displacement, which is a defense mechanism.

Question 15

Two emotion-focused coping methods are ____.

Accepted Answer

Emotion-focused coping methods are centered around regulating emotional responses to stressors rather than changing the stressor itself. Cognitive reappraisal involves changing the way one thinks about a stressor to diminish its emotional impact, while defense mechanisms involve unconsciously avoiding or denying uncomfortable emotions. Choices A, B, and D are not examples of emotion-focused coping methods.

Question 16

Nanci's son has just been hospitalized and will be undergoing an emergency appendectomy.She begins to take deep breaths in an effort to reduce the anxiety she feels about her son's surgery.Nanci is engaging in ____.

Accepted Answer

Nanci's deep breathing is a form of emotion-focused coping, which involves managing emotions associated with a stressful situation rather than directly addressing the problem itself.

Question 17

Problem-focused coping is more likely to be used when the problem is perceived to be ____,whereas emotion-focused coping is more likely to be used when the problem is perceived to be ____.

Accepted Answer

Problem-focused coping is aimed at managing a specific problem or stressor, and thus is more likely to be used when the problem is perceived to be controllable. On the other hand, emotion-focused coping is aimed at managing the emotions associated with the stressor and is more likely to be used when the problem is perceived to be uncontrollable.

Question 18

Research shows that laughter ____.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that laughter can boost immune function by increasing the production of immune cells and antibodies.

Question 19

A benefit of problem-focused coping is ____,while a cost of problem-focused coping may be ____.

Accepted Answer

Problem-focused coping can increase a person's sense of control over a stressful situation, which is a benefit. However, a potential cost of this coping strategy is that the person may focus too much on the problem and not consider other potential causes or solutions, leading to misdiagnosis of the problem. Choices A, C, and D are not accurate descriptions of the benefits and costs of problem-focused coping.

Question 20

Higher levels of loneliness,smaller social networks,or experiencing social rejection have been found to be associated with ____.

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently shown that higher levels of loneliness, smaller social networks, and experiencing social rejection are associated with higher levels of the stress hormone cortisol. This can have negative effects on the immune system and overall health.

Quiz 12: Health, stress, and Coping