Question 1

Which parts of the nervous system are associated with the general adaptation syndrome?&#10;A)somatic and parasympathetic&#10;B)autonomic and sympathetic&#10;C)sympathetic and parasympathetic&#10;D)central and somatic

Accepted Answer

The general adaptation syndrome is a physiological response to stress that involves the activation of both the sympathetic and parasympathetic branches of the autonomic nervous system. Therefore, the correct answer is C, which includes both sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Question 2

_________ is the term used to describe the physical,emotional,cognitive,and behavioral responses to events that are threatening or challenging.&#10;A)Stress&#10;B)Burnout&#10;C)Dysphoria&#10;D)Distress

Accepted Answer

Stress is the term used to describe the physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral responses to events that are threatening or challenging. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress. Dysphoria is a state of unease or generalized dissatisfaction with life, and distress refers to extreme anxiety, sorrow or pain.

Question 3

The coping method that involves changing the way you feel or emotionally react to a stressor is known as _________.&#10;A)a defense mechanism&#10;B)problem-focused coping&#10;C)self-focused coping&#10;D)emotion-focused coping

Accepted Answer

Emotion-focused coping involves changing the way you feel or emotionally react to a stressor. This can include techniques such as relaxation, distraction, or seeking social support to help manage the emotional impact of the stressor.

Question 4

The stress resulting from the need to change and adapt to the dominant,or majority,culture is called___________.&#10;A)acculturative stress&#10;B)acculturation&#10;C)integration&#10;D)assimilation

Accepted Answer

Acculturative stress is the stress resulting from the need to change and adapt to the dominant culture. Acculturation refers to the process of adapting to a new culture, while integration and assimilation refer to different ways of acculturating.

Question 5

Research by Teresa Amabile shows that time pressure has ________impact on one's ability to be creative.&#10;A)no&#10;B)a positive&#10;C)a negative&#10;D)some

Accepted Answer

Teresa Amabile's research shows that time pressure has a negative impact on one's ability to be creative.

Question 6

Which major life event on the Social Readjustment Rating Scale has the highest number of life change units?&#10;A)divorce&#10;B)marriage&#10;C)death of a spouse&#10;D)damage to the home

Accepted Answer

The death of a spouse has the highest number of life change units on the Social Readjustment Rating Scale with a value of 100.

Question 7

Research shows that ____________lowers blood pressure in adolescents and adults.&#10;A)sensory deprivation&#10;B)concentrative meditation&#10;C)sublimation&#10;D)implosive meditation

Accepted Answer

Concentrative meditation involves focusing on a specific object or thought and clearing the mind of distractions. Studies have shown that this type of meditation can effectively lower blood pressure in both adolescents and adults. Sensory deprivation, sublimation, and implosive meditation have not been found to have the same effect on blood pressure.

Question 8

Events that cause a stress reaction are referred to as _____________.&#10;A)hassles&#10;B)catastrophes&#10;C)eustresses&#10;D)stressors

Accepted Answer

Stressors are events that cause a stress reaction. Hassles are daily irritations, not necessarily major stressors. Catastrophes are sudden and devastating events, which can be stressors but not all stressors are catastrophic. Eustresses are positive stressors, such as getting a promotion or falling in love, which do not necessarily cause a negative stress reaction.

Question 9

______________ people typically do not to live as long as the average life expectancy.&#10;A)Aggressive&#10;B)Easygoing&#10;C)Cheerful&#10;D)Active

Accepted Answer

Aggressive behavior has been linked to negative health outcomes such as increased risk of heart disease and stroke, which can shorten lifespan.

Question 10

Which of the following is the type of conflict that occurs when a person must choose between two goals that have both positive and negative aspects?&#10;A)approach-avoidance&#10;B)avoidance-avoidance&#10;C)approach-approach&#10;D)double approach-avoidance

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following is the type...

Deck 11: B: Stress and Health