Deck 3: Stress Management

Question 1

Common causes of stress include all of the following except

A)financial issues.
B)supportive social networks.
C)daily hassles.
D)living in an unsafe neighborhooD.

Answer 1

supportive social networks.

Question 2

An example of a chronic stressor is

A)getting a speeding ticket.
B)having the flu for 2 weeks.
C)being on academic probation for a semester.
D)losing ten dollars.

Answer 2

being on academic probation for a semester.

Question 3

Emotional issues associated with stress overload include

A)eustress.
B)mood swings.
C)stooped posture.
D)migraine headaches.

Answer 3

mood swings.

Question 4

Chronic stress syndrome may affect the body's

A)cardiovascular system.
B)immune system.
C)mental health.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 5

Chronic stress directly or indirectly relates to the risk of heart disease or heart attack by

A)raising blood pressure.
B)damaging internal organs.
C)increasing the likelihood of obesity.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 6

The term stress is associated with situations or experiences that cause feelings of

A)tension.
B)excitement.
C)anticipation.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 7

Based on the 2008 American Psychological Association national survey on stress,

A)men reported higher levels of stress than women.
B)more Americans aged 30-43 reported "extreme" levels of stress compared to younger adults.
C)Americans reported overall that their stress levels had decreased since the previous year.
D)Americans living in the North reported the highest levels of stress overall compared to other regions.

Question 8

Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by the body's attempt to restore homeostasis?

A)Alarm
B)Resistance
C)Exhaustion
D)Homeostatic

Question 9

Which of the following is a likely source of eustress?

A)Getting a zero for failing to turn in an assignment
B)Getting in a car accident
C)Starting a new job
D)Having an argument with a close friend

Question 10

Long-term exposure to cortisol can lead to all of the following except

A)increased inflammatory response.
B)increased fluid retention.
C)weight gain.
D)muscle breakdown.

Question 11

Directing blood away from the digestive system during a prolonged stress response can lead to

A)stomachache.
B)constipation.
C)diarrhea.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 12

Stress caused by procrastination is an example of

A)an environmental stressor.
B)a social stressor.
C)an internal stressor.
D)a daily hassle.

Question 13

Jason has been overwhelmed this semester.He has fallen behind in all of his classes and,after two weeks of cramming and getting very little sleep,he has developed tension headaches.In addition,he has trouble eating.What stage of the general adaptation syndrome is Jason experiencing?

A)Alarm
B)Resistance
C)Exhaustion
D)Allostasis

Question 14

Financial stress can be lessened by examining your lifestyle and distinguishing luxuries from necessities.All of the following are luxuries that can increase budget expenses except

A)magazine subscriptions.
B)money for rent.
C)sodas.
D)a new cell phone.

Question 15

Which of the following is not a behavioral warning sign of stress overload?

A)Having an asthma attack
B)Overreacting after making a B on a quiz
C)Drinking alcohol to try to relax
D)Withdrawing from a group of friends

Question 16

The initial release of stress hormones triggered by a stressor occurs in the ________ stage of the general adaptation syndrome.

A)alarm
B)resistance
C)exhaustion
D)homeostatic

Question 17

The difference between distress and eustress is that

A)the body does not respond to eustress.
B)the body responds differently to distress and eustress.
C)only eustress produces harmful effects on the body.
D)distress is caused by negative stressors and eustress is caused by positive stressors.

Question 18

Psychoneuroimmunology is the study of the interaction of psychological processes with

A)the nervous system,hormones,and the immune system.
B)the nervous system,the cardiovascular system,and the digestive system.
C)the respiratory system,the immune system,and panic attacks.
D)hormones,white blood cells,and hemoglobin.

Question 19

The fight-or-flight mechanism causes all of the following except

A)the speeding up of digestion.
B)the increasing of blood pressure.
C)the releasing of adrenaline.
D)sweating.

Question 20

All of the following are good strategies of coping with financial stress except

A)using a credit card to pay your tuition.
B)developing a budget and keeping track of expenditures.
C)cutting back on items you truly don't need.
D)talking to a financial aid advisor.

Question 21

To motivate yourself to exercise to relieve stress,you should consider

A)enrolling in an exercise class.
B)getting a friend to work out with you.
C)making exercise a regular part of your schedule.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 22

Activation of the relaxation response will result in

A)slowed breathing.
B)increased metabolism.
C)activation of the flight-or-flight mechanism.
D)the production of adrenaline.

Question 23

An example of a good test-taking skill is:

A)getting enough sleep.
B)eating a large meal so that you feel full during the test.
C)arriving a few minutes late so that others won't distract you.
D)working on the difficult questions first.

Question 24

A support network can

A)help you keep a realistic perspective.
B)connect you with others who understand your situation and the stresses you face.
C)give you encouragement when you need it.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 25

You can try to reduce and better manage the stressors in your life by

A)making changes to your daily routine.
B)giving yourself opportunities to relax.
C)thinking about stress in useful ways.
D)All answers are correct.

Question 26

Sleep debt refers to

A)getting more sleep than you need on weekends and less during the week.
B)getting less sleep than is needed.
C)getting more sleep than the average person requires.
D)being unable to sleep when you are stresseD.

Question 27

Healthy strategies for managing your stress include all of the following except

A)exercising regularly.
B)making time for leisure activities.
C)getting 5 hours of sleep per night.
D)expressing your feelings.

Question 28

To gain the most information about tests and how to succeed in a course,look at

A)the course syllabus.
B)the schedule of classes.
C)the course web site.
D)both the syllabus and the web site of the course.

Question 29

Looking back over your test when finished can improve your test-taking by allowing you to

A)complete or change an answer because you remembered something.
B)make sure you didn't skip any questions.
C)change the answer to a question you initially misread.
D)All the answers are correct.

Question 30

When taking a test,you should answer

A)the hard questions first.
B)the easy questions first.
C)the questions in the order in which they are presented.
D)None of the answers is correct.

Question 31

Jason suffers from test anxiety.When feeling anxious during a test,what should he do?

A)Remind himself that some anxiety is normal.
B)Concentrate on the fear and emotional response he is experiencing.
C)Accept that he is not in control of the situation.
D)Take rapid,deep breaths.

Question 32

A college undergraduate who has poor sleep quality might be at an increased risk of engaging in risky behaviors such as

A)drinking.
B)smoking.
C)fighting.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 33

Poor quality or inadequate periods of sleep affect the

A)physical dimension of wellness.
B)psychological dimension of wellness.
C)social dimension of wellness.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 34

To eat well when stressed it is important to

A)drink caffeine to stay alert throughout your waking hours.
B)drink sugared sodas rather than juices,which take longer to digest.
C)eat larger meals at night when you are hungrier.
D)keep healthy snacks with you to eat when you're on the go.

Question 35

The effects of sleep deprivation include(s)

A)frustration.
B)nervousness.
C)impaired coordination.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 36

To get a better night's sleep you should

A)turn up the thermostat so that the warmth will help you go to sleep.
B)have a glass of wine before bedtime.
C)go to bed at roughly the same time each night.
D)exercise within 2 hours before bedtime.

Question 37

An example of effective time management is

A)setting a timeline for completing an end-of-the semester project.
B)putting off working on a research paper because you prefer to do your math homework.
C)forcing yourself to finish a long assignment even though you are tired.
D)making sure every minute of time in your schedule is useD.

Question 38

Exercise helps with the stress response by

A)elevating levels of cortisol in the bloodstream.
B)keeping the body from reaching homeostasis.
C)allowing the fight-or-flight response to do what it is supposed to do.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 39

When choosing an exercise activity to help manage stress,it is important to

A)pick the activity that burns the most calories.
B)do something you enjoy.
C)do the same type of activity each day.
D)think of exercise as a chore that must be completeD.

Question 40

All of the following can reduce the stress of test taking except

A)scheduling your study time.
B)staying calm.
C)talking with other students right before the test.
D)talking with your instructor about your test anxiety.

Question 41

The body tries to restore homeostasis in the resistance stage of the general adaptation syndrome.

Question 42

Finding humor in a situation can reduce stress by helping you to

A)build problem-solving skills.
B)put your stressors and their relative importance into perspective.
C)increase social skills.
D)decide what matters in the long term.

Question 43

When seeing a health professional for help in dealing with stress,it is

A)important to withhold information from your doctor that may be embarrassing.
B)unnecessary to mention the herbal supplements you are taking.
C)important to talk about any drugs or medication you are taking.
D)None of the answers is correct.

Question 44

The body would respond physiologically the same whether you were attending your college graduation ceremony or getting stopped by the police for speeding.

Question 45

Acute stress increases your risk of chronic diseases.

Question 46

A high score on the College Undergraduate Stress Scale would indicate that an individual is at a lower risk of stress due to more positive coping strategies.

Question 47

Students view stress as a primary obstacle to their academic achievement.

Question 48

Recording thoughts and feelings in a journal can stimulate thinking and feeling more positively about yourself.

Question 49

To minimize everyday stressors

A)tell yourself that you can make a better grade on the next quiz with a little more studying.
B)plan ahead to make sure you complete an assignment on time.
C)set realistic expectations.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 50

Seeking support may decrease the likelihood of depression.

Question 51

The relaxation technique targeted at releasing physical tension is

A)listening to music.
B)creative visualization.
C)progressive muscle relaxation.
D)biofeedback.

Question 52

For Karen to get her body into a regular sleep pattern,she should

A)go to bed early on weekends.
B)go to bed and arise at regular times.
C)take late afternoon naps.
D)leave the TV on while trying to fall asleep.

Question 53

If a problem seems overwhelming,you should

A)break it into smaller tasks and complete one at a time.
B)ask for help.
C)work to find a creative solution.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 54

Which of the following is an example of being proactive?

A)Studying before a test
B)Waiting until the last minute to write a paper
C)Not filling your gas tank until the "empty" light goes on
D)Exercising only when you feel like it

Question 55

The body's fight or flight response to eustress does not produce the increases in heart rate and breathing that are triggered during a state of distress.

Question 56

Which of the following would be most helpful in keeping everyday stressors from becoming overwhelming?

A)Setting goals high enough that they can't be attained
B)Focusing on times that you failed to accomplish what you wanted to
C)Accepting that you can't control certain things in your life
D)Trying to avoid stressful events such as writing a research paper due at the end of the semester

Question 57

Stress contributes to the development of depression.

Question 58

Listening attentively to calming music has been found to

A)increase stress.
B)decrease blood pressure.
C)decrease blood glucose.
D)activate the fight-or-flight response.

Question 59

Different populations perceive stress differently in their lives.

Question 60

Visualization techniques can be used to

A)remove yourself from a stressful situation.
B)mentally practice a task and develop confidence.
C)handle the pressures of competition.
D)All of the answers are correct.

Question 61

Matching
Theory that explains the biology of stress

A)general adaptation syndrome
B)alarm
C)psychoneuroimmunology
D)adaptive response

Question 62

Matching
Physiological reaction,such as increased blood pressure,to a stressor

A)allostatic overload
B)chronic stress syndrome
C)general adaptation syndrome
D)fight-or-flight response
E)allostasis

Question 63

Matching
Changes that occur when a body attempts to cope with a stressor

A)distress
B)homeostasis
C)stress response
D)stress
E)eustress
F)stressor

Question 64

If you do not get enough sleep during the week,you can make up your sleep debt by napping on weekends.

Question 65

All stress is harmful.

Question 66

Chronic stress causes ulcers.

Question 67

Matching
Triggers the fight-or-flight response

A)general adaptation syndrome
B)alarm
C)psychoneuroimmunology
D)adaptive response

Question 68

Matching
The body's preferred physiological balance

A)distress
B)homeostasis
C)stress response
D)stress
E)eustress
F)stressor

Question 69

Matching
Maintaining stability through change

A)allostatic overload
B)chronic stress syndrome
C)general adaptation syndrome
D)fight-or-flight response
E)allostasis

Question 70

Matching
Symptoms associated with prolonged exposure to body's stress response

A)allostatic overload
B)chronic stress syndrome
C)general adaptation syndrome
D)fight-or-flight response
E)allostasis

Question 71

Matching
The feeling of being mentally and physically stressed out

A)allostatic overload
B)chronic stress syndrome
C)general adaptation syndrome
D)fight-or-flight response
E)allostasis

Question 72

Sleeping late on weekends to "catch up" on sleep can alleviate sleep problems.

Question 73

Matching
Reaction to an unexpected stimulus

A)distress
B)homeostasis
C)stress response
D)stress
E)eustress
F)stressor

Question 74

Matching
Protective physiological adaptation

A)general adaptation syndrome
B)alarm
C)psychoneuroimmunology
D)adaptive response

Question 75

Matching
An event that would cause excitement

A)distress
B)homeostasis
C)stress response
D)stress
E)eustress
F)stressor

Question 76

Matching
Negative stress

A)distress
B)homeostasis
C)stress response
D)stress
E)eustress
F)stressor

Question 77

Matching
Study of the physical and psychological interactions of systems in response to stress

A)general adaptation syndrome
B)alarm
C)psychoneuroimmunology
D)adaptive response

Question 78

Matching
Theory that attempts to explain the biology of stress

A)allostatic overload
B)chronic stress syndrome
C)general adaptation syndrome
D)fight-or-flight response
E)allostasis

Question 79

Self talk can be used to boost self-esteem.

Question 80

Matching
Any event that causes stress

A)distress
B)homeostasis
C)stress response
D)stress
E)eustress
F)stressor