Exam 13: Stress, Health, and Wellness

To make responsible decisions about sex, you must know what is important to you and how you view yourself. You don't want to wait until a sexual encounter begins before thinking through your views of sexuality and what is and is not right for you.

What causes lung damage and increases the risk of developing cancer?

Vigorous exercise results in our bodies producing a natural coping response to stress. What does it produce in our brains to help us cope with this stress?

You should know your sexual partner well enough to have a discussion with him or her about both of your sexual histories. Know your sexual partner well-well enough to discuss your sexual histories. This can reduce the risk of contracting STIs.

Of the four scenarios below, which could be best defined as a personal stressor?

If you are trying to quit smoking, you shouldn't reward yourself because that will trigger your desire for gratification. Rewarding yourself every few days provides reinforcement for spending a period of time smoke-free. It is a positive way to motivate and support your effort to quit.

According to the text, both men and women must be sensitive to the issue of date rape. Explain how the text suggests the rate of incidence can be reduced.

What is the eating disorder in which individuals binge on large quantities of food and later vomit or take laxatives to get rid of it?

Janet's been missing classes, is having trouble sleeping, and has withdrawn from her friends. These are warning signs of

A cataclysmic event is a

Having at least four or five drinks in a single sitting is referred to as

A sexually transmitted infection is

What are the efforts to control, reduce, or tolerate threats that lead to stress?

A stress-related illness

Backing out of commitments when you're feeling pressured is a good way to cope with stress. Breaking commitments isn't coping, it's escaping, and it doesn't reduce stress in the long term.

Date rape sometimes occurs because of the common-but untrue-belief that

The only totally effective means of preventing pregnancy is

Following a sensible diet and scheduling three regular meals a day are examples of ways to

If someone you know shows signs that he or she is suicidal, you may need to take assertive action, such as enlisting the assistance of family members, counselors, or instructors. This is especially true if a person says he or she feels urges to harm not only himself or herself but also others. Talking of hurting oneself or others is a serious signal for help, not a confidence to be kept.

Which of the following is not one of the three main types of stressors?