Question 1

The benefit of social support is:

Accepted Answer

Social support is associated with better health outcomes and more rapid recovery from illness due to emotional and practical assistance.

Question 2

Hypnosis is one form of coping that is found in:

Accepted Answer

Hypnosis is a relaxation-based approach that involves inducing a trance-like state to promote relaxation and reduce stress. It is often used as a coping mechanism for various issues such as anxiety, pain, and addiction. The other options are not directly related to hypnosis as a coping mechanism. Biofeedback involves using electronic monitoring to train individuals to control physiological processes, support groups involve social support and shared experiences, and cognitive-behavioral approaches involve changing thought patterns and behaviors.

Question 3

Higher social support is associated with higher infant birth weight among:

Accepted Answer

Research suggests a significant positive association between social support and infant birth weight among foreign-born Latinas. This may be because foreign-born mothers tend to have stronger cultural support structures that may encourage healthier behaviors during pregnancy. The other options do not have as clear of a connection between social support and birth weight.

Question 4

If you have a fear of heights,this technique of classical conditioning is commonly used to help you to reduce this phobia:

Accepted Answer

Systemic desensitization is a technique commonly used in behavioral therapy to help individuals overcome their phobias, including the fear of heights. The process involves gradual exposure to the phobia-inducing stimulus while in a relaxed state, allowing the individual to replace their fear response with a relaxed one. This technique has been found to be effective in reducing phobias and anxiety related to specific stimuli, such as heights.

Question 5

The concept that as we age,we prune our social networks to maintain a desired emotional state depending on the amount of limited time we have in our lives is:

Accepted Answer

Socioemotional selectivity theory suggests that as we age, we become more selective in our social relationships, prioritizing the relationships that provide emotional fulfillment and reducing the importance of relationships that do not. This is motivated by the realization that time is limited and individuals want to maximize their emotional well-being in the time they have left. Familialism refers to a cultural emphasis on the importance of family relationships, while escape avoidance and distancing are not related to this concept.

Question 6

As Dan has grown older,he has adjusted his group of friends to include those who he feels he needs for emotional support,and others he needs for instrumental support,like helping him fix his bicycle.This is an example of:

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Question 7

Hines & Caetano (1998)found that Latina women:

Accepted Answer

Hines & Caetano (1998) found that Latina women drink more alcohol if acculturated than Latina women who are less acculturated.

Question 8

Data from large longitudinal studies such as the MacArthur Successful Aging Study suggest that:

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Question 9

According to empirical data found by Gurung,Taylor & Seeman (2003),men are more likely to receive emotional support from:

Accepted Answer

According to Gurung, Taylor, and Seeman's (2003) study, men are more likely to receive emotional support from their spouses. Men may feel more comfortable expressing their emotions and seeking support from their romantic partners, rather than same-sex friends or work teams. Children may also provide emotional support, but the study did not find them to be the primary source for men.

Question 10

Married women are more likely to seek social support from:

Accepted Answer

Research shows that married women tend to seek social support more from their same-sex friends rather than their husbands or mothers. This is likely because women tend to place more value on emotional connection and communication in their relationships, which they may find with their female friends. Church members may also provide social support, but it may not be as consistent or reliable as support from close friends.

Question 11

Mindfulness is a relaxation-based technique that::

Accepted Answer

Mindfulness involves intentionally focusing on present experiences both internally and externally, has been shown to have positive effects on immune function, and involves practices that can slow breathing and help clear the mind of thoughts.

Question 12

Regarding social support:

Accepted Answer

Research consistently demonstrates that women provide and receive more social support than men over their lifespan. This may be due to gender roles and socialization, as women are often expected to be nurturing and communal.

Question 13

When Linda slows down her breathing during mediation,the physical changes include:

Accepted Answer

Slowing down breathing during meditation can lead to a reduction in stress chemicals such as catecholamines and cortisol, which can lead to a decrease in stress and anxiety. This can have numerous physical benefits, including lower blood pressure and reduced tension in the muscles. Options A, B, and D are incorrect as they do not reflect the physical changes that occur during meditation.

Question 14

Hines & Caetano (1998)found the following to be true about Latino men:

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Question 15

For immigrants,the rate of psychiatric disorder may _____ with duration of time living in the United States.

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently found that the rate of psychiatric disorder increases with the duration of time that immigrants live in the United States, a phenomenon referred to as the "immigrant paradox." This may be due to a range of factors such as acculturation stress, discrimination, and social isolation, which can have negative effects on mental health over time.

Question 16

Social support is best defined as:

Accepted Answer

Social support refers to emotional, informational, or instrumental assistance provided by others. It includes tangible help such as financial or material support, emotional support such as empathy and understanding, and informational support such as advice and guidance. Therefore, option B is the most appropriate definition of social support. The other options (A, C, and D) are related to social support but do not encompass all the aspects of social support.

Question 17

Active coping,planning,restraint coping,and acceptance are all forms of coping assessed by:

Accepted Answer

The COPE inventory is a multidimensional coping inventory to assess the different ways in which people respond to stress, including active coping, planning, restraint coping, and acceptance.

Question 18

The Ways of Coping Questionnaire has eight different subscales reflecting problem-focused and emotion-focused coping: including:

Accepted Answer

The Ways of Coping Questionnaire measures both problem-focused coping (such as seeking social support) and emotion-focused coping (such as positive reappraisal and focus and venting of emotions), making choices A and B both correct. Therefore, choice D, both A and B, is the best answer. Choice C is incorrect as it only reflects one type of coping (emotional venting) and does not account for problem-focused coping.

Question 19

Guided imagery and biofeedback are similar in that:

Accepted Answer

Both guided imagery and biofeedback can help in reducing stress and anxiety, which can lead to a slower pulse rate.

Question 20

The United States and European coping styles tend to follow:

Accepted Answer

The United States and European coping styles tend to follow individualistic values, which emphasize independence and reliance on oneself. This is in contrast to collectivistic values, which emphasize interdependence on others, which is more common in Asia and other parts of the world.

Quiz 5: Coping and Social Support