Question 1

Melinda just got a new job as a receptionist,and she does not expect it to be very stressful.However,she is nervous about learning how to perform well in the job when she first starts working.The stress Melinda is facing is __________ and may result in __________ immune function.

Accepted Answer

Melinda's stress is short-term as it is related to starting a new job and learning new tasks. Short-term stress can sometimes enhance immune function by activating the body's defense mechanisms.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT an example of a daily hassle?

Accepted Answer

Daily hassles refer to minor irritants and annoyances that occur in everyday life. The birth of a new baby is a major life event, not a daily hassle. Options A, C, and D are examples of daily hassles.

Question 3

According to general adaptation syndrome (GAS),what occurs at the first,or most immediate,level of stress response? The body

Accepted Answer

According to GAS, at the first or most immediate level of stress response, the body prepares itself through an emergency response, also known as the fight or flight response. This involves releasing stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol, increasing heart rate and respiration, and directing blood flow to necessary muscles and organs. The other options are not accurate: A is too broad and D is not a common physiological response to stress. B is part of the third stage of GAS, not the first.

Question 4

Which of the following would describe the tend-and-befriend response of a person experiencing great stress from his job?

Accepted Answer

The tend-and-befriend response is characterized by attempting to form strong social connections and seeking support during times of stress. Manny's behavior of trying to form strong relationships with new workers aligns with this response, making it the best choice. The other options do not involve seeking social support or forming connections with others.

Question 5

During final exams,Danielle's body always seems to enable her to succeed at her fullest.She seems to have a lot of energy,gets by on little sleep,and never gets sick.However,she always seems to get a cold a week or so after her finals have ended.According to general adaptation syndrome (GAS),at what stage does Danielle operate during final exams?

Accepted Answer

During final exams, Danielle is operating at the resistance stage of GAS. At this stage, the body is able to cope with the stressor (in this case, final exams) and maintain performance, but only at a cost to the body's resources. This can explain why Danielle gets a cold a week or so after her finals have ended, as her body has depleted its resources and is more susceptible to illness.

Question 6

Assume that a negative event has occurred in your life.Which of the following conditions would make this event the most stressful?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that unexpected events are generally more stressful than expected events. A) and B) may also be stressful, but C) would be the most stressful in this scenario. D) is not relevant to the situation.

Question 7

Under stress,females are likely to show the __________,whereas males are more likely to show the __________.

Accepted Answer

The tend-and-befriend response is characterized by seeking out social connections and support systems in response to stress. It has been found to be more common in females. On the other hand, the fight-or-flight response involves physiological changes such as increased heart rate and adrenaline release, preparing the body to either confront or flee from a perceived threat. This response is more commonly observed in males. Therefore, option C is the correct answer as it correctly identifies the gender-specific responses to stress.

Question 8

When people are going into military combat,adjusting to a new marriage,or thinking about an upcoming important exam they are experiencing

Accepted Answer

These are all examples of major life stressors, which are significant life events that can cause a considerable amount of stress and require significant adaptation and coping skills. Going into military combat, adjusting to a new marriage, and thinking about an upcoming important exam are all examples of major life events that can have a significant impact on a person's well-being and require the activation of coping mechanisms to manage the associated stress. The tend-and-befriend response, on the other hand, is a coping mechanism that is activated in response to stress that is focused on seeking out social support and forming connections with others. Daily hassles are minor daily stressors, such as traffic or work-related stress, that are not considered major life stressors.

Question 9

Research on the fight-or-flight response has been criticized by Taylor and others for

Accepted Answer

Research on the fight-or-flight response has been criticized for focusing primarily on the stress responses of males, often neglecting the different responses that may be present in females, such as the "tend-and-befriend" response proposed by Taylor and others.

Question 10

When men and women are placed under similar levels of stress,

Accepted Answer

Research has consistently shown that women are more likely than men to seek out social support when placed under similar levels of stress. This may be due to socialization and cultural norms that encourage women to be more open and communicative about their emotions and problems.

Question 11

The leading cause of death in the United States is

Accepted Answer

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States for both men and women. In 2019, heart disease accounted for approximately 655,000 deaths.

Question 12

General adaptation syndrome (GAS)proposes three levels of stress resistance.Which of the following lists the correct order of stages?

Accepted Answer

The correct order of stages in the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) is alarm, resistance, and exhaustion. This model describes the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress.

Question 13

Farhan has had to deal with a lot of stress.His parents both have chronic diseases,he and his wife argue constantly,and his new job demands a lot of his time.According to research on the effects of stress,Farhan will most likely

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that chronic stress can weaken the immune system, making a person more susceptible to infectious diseases. Farhan's multiple sources of stress may contribute to a decreased immune response. However, it is not necessarily true that he will get divorced, develop a Type A personality, or a serious mental illness like schizophrenia.

Question 14

Psychologists have emphasized that people experience the fight-or-flight response more than the tend-and-befriend response because

Accepted Answer

Research on stress responses has historically focused more on males, leading to an emphasis on the fight-or-flight response over the tend-and-befriend response, which is more commonly observed in females.

Question 15

June feels that she has too many projects due at work and too many people demanding her time.She knows she cannot keep up with all of the demands.Because of this,June is most likely experiencing

Accepted Answer

June is feeling overwhelmed and unable to keep up with the demands, which are causing her distress. This aligns with the definition of stress, which is an emotional and physical response to perceived demands or threats.

Question 16

The fight-or-flight response helps people cope with

Accepted Answer

The fight-or-flight response helps people cope with danger. When faced with a threatening situation, the body releases hormones that prepare the body to either fight or flee. This response is a survival mechanism that helps people react quickly and protect themselves in dangerous situations.

Question 17

Anna felt that she could not succeed at her final exam,and thinking about the final exam made her feel physically ill.For Anna,the final exam is most likely a(n):

Accepted Answer

The final exam is considered a stressor for Anna because it is a specific event or situation that is causing her stress and physical symptoms, such as feeling physically ill. Stressors are conditions or events that challenge or threaten an individual, leading to a stress response.

Question 18

People who live in Orlando,Florida recently experienced flooding of their homes and hail damage during a particularly bad storm.People in Miami did not experience this storm.Which group of people will have better immune functioning,and why?

Accepted Answer

People in Miami will have better immune functioning because they did not experience the stressors associated with the storm, which can negatively impact immune functioning.

Question 19

Recently,Arianna and Raymond had their first child.They are experiencing difficulty dealing with the lack of sleep and demands of the new baby.The kind of stress Arianna and Raymond are experiencing is called

Accepted Answer

The stress Arianna and Raymond are experiencing is a major life stressor, as having a new baby is a significant life change that can cause stress and require adjustment. The other options are not a good fit for this scenario: general adaptation syndrome refers to the body's response to stress over time, daily hassles are minor stressors that accumulate over time, and mediating factors are variables that can influence how individuals respond to stressors (such as social support or coping strategies).

Question 20

Events that are particularly stressful for humans are those that are

Accepted Answer

Catastrophic and uncontrollable events are often the most stressful for humans as they elicit a feeling of helplessness and lack of control. Examples include natural disasters or unexpected deaths. The other options may cause some degree of stress, but not to the same extent as catastrophic events.

Quiz 10: Health and Well-Being

Melinda just got a new job as a receptionist,and she does not expect it to be very stressful.However,she is nervous about learning how to perform well in the job when she first starts working.The stress Melinda is facing is and may result in immune function.