Question 1

Anorexia nervosa is characterized by binge eating followed by purging.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Before going on an afternoon hiking trip, fair-skinned Joel uses plenty of sunscreen on exposed areas of his body. The use of sunscreens

Accepted Answer

A)  may prevent premature aging of the skin and skin cancers. 
B)  is recommended for exposure of over an hour. 
C)  is recommended by dermatologists. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  may prevent premature aging of the skin and skin cancers. 
B)  is recommended for exposure of over an hour. 
C)  is recommended by dermatologists. 
D)  all of the above D

Question 3

Prevention programs for overweight should begin in childhood because:

Accepted Answer

A)  this is the best time to prevent the development of excess fat cells. 
B)  children and adolescents who are obese are more likely to be obese as adults. 
C)  children have an easier time exercising. 
D)  both a and b. 
A)  this is the best time to prevent the development of excess fat cells. 
B)  children and adolescents who are obese are more likely to be obese as adults. 
C)  children have an easier time exercising. 
D)  both a and b. D

Question 4

Individuals who lose weight and regain it will find it easier to subsequently lose weight again.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

One explanation for why people who are overweight may continue to gain weight even if they don't increase caloric intake is the fact that

Accepted Answer

A)  fat tissue is less metabolically active than lean tissue. 
B)  fat tissue is more metabolically active than lean tissue. 
C)  fat tissue disrupts digestion. 
D)  fat tissue absorbs and stores additional fat tissue at a higher rate. 
A)  fat tissue is less metabolically active than lean tissue. 
B)  fat tissue is more metabolically active than lean tissue. 
C)  fat tissue disrupts digestion. 
D)  fat tissue absorbs and stores additional fat tissue at a higher rate.

Question 6

Exposure to asbestos is strongly connected to

Accepted Answer

A)  hypertension 
B)  lung cancer 
C)  heart disease 
D)  brain damage 
A)  hypertension 
B)  lung cancer 
C)  heart disease 
D)  brain damage

Question 7

Calcium and iron are classified as

Accepted Answer

A)  inorganic proteins. 
B)  amino acids. 
C)  lipids. 
D)  minerals. 
A)  inorganic proteins. 
B)  amino acids. 
C)  lipids. 
D)  minerals.

Question 8

High fat and low fibre diets are particularly associated with cancer of the

Accepted Answer

A)  liver 
B)  colon 
C)  throat 
D)  stomach 
A)  liver 
B)  colon 
C)  throat 
D)  stomach

Question 9

Discuss the general trends in effective safety intervention programs.

Accepted Answer

Effective safety intervention programs h

Question 10

The theory that the body has a certain weight that it strives to maintain is called:

Accepted Answer

A)  set point theory. 
B)  restraint theory. 
C)  equilibrium theory. 
D)  maintenance theory. 
A)  set point theory. 
B)  restraint theory. 
C)  equilibrium theory. 
D)  maintenance theory.

Question 11

Which of the following statements regarding anorexia nervosa is true

Accepted Answer

A)  It is most common in females. 
B)  It is marked by intense fears of becoming overweight. 
C)  It is characterized by a weight loss of at least 25%. 
D)  all of the above 
A)  It is most common in females. 
B)  It is marked by intense fears of becoming overweight. 
C)  It is characterized by a weight loss of at least 25%. 
D)  all of the above

Question 12

Recent research with animals has shown that reducing caloric intake by 30%

Accepted Answer

A)  decreases metabolism. 
B)  slows the aging process. 
C)  increases longevity. 
D)  all of the above. 
A)  decreases metabolism. 
B)  slows the aging process. 
C)  increases longevity. 
D)  all of the above.

Question 13

Cholesterol and saturated and unsaturated fats are classified as

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrates. 
B)  a special class of proteins. 
C)  lipids 
D)  fat-soluble vitamins 
A)  carbohydrates. 
B)  a special class of proteins. 
C)  lipids 
D)  fat-soluble vitamins

Question 14

Match the following classification of food components (a-e) with an example or description listed in items :
-Cholesterol

Accepted Answer

A) carbohydrates 
B) lipids 
C) proteins 
D) vitamins 
E) minerals 
A) carbohydrates 
B) lipids 
C) proteins 
D) vitamins 
E) minerals

Question 15

Carl who was overweight as a child and adolescent is equally likely to be an obese adult as his wife Voula, who was trim in her youth but gained weight during pregnancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Which of the following is not considered a nutrient

Accepted Answer

A)  fats 
B)  proteins 
C)  fibre 
D)  minerals 
A)  fats 
B)  proteins 
C)  fibre 
D)  minerals

Question 17

Which of the following statements about the relationship between weight and health is NOT true

Accepted Answer

A)  Obesity is positively correlated with increasing risk for disease. 
B)  A small ratio of waist to hip girth is associated with higher rates of disease. 
C)  Compared to those who are sedentary, heavy people who are fit have lower risk for death and illness. 
D)  Overweight and normal weight people rate their health the same. 
A)  Obesity is positively correlated with increasing risk for disease. 
B)  A small ratio of waist to hip girth is associated with higher rates of disease. 
C)  Compared to those who are sedentary, heavy people who are fit have lower risk for death and illness. 
D)  Overweight and normal weight people rate their health the same.

Question 18

Simple sugars are to _____ as amino acids are to _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  carbohydrates; proteins 
B)  fats; vitamins 
C)  proteins; fibre 
D)  vitamins; minerals 
A)  carbohydrates; proteins 
B)  fats; vitamins 
C)  proteins; fibre 
D)  vitamins; minerals

Question 19

High density lipoproteins (HDL) are associated with a decreased likelihood of the build-up of fatty plaque in blood vessels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Sean eats animal meats at every meal, whereas Malala eats a diet richin fruits, fibre and
vegetables. Considering their eating patterns, it is likely that Malala is at a lower risk for cancer
than is Sean.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Anorexia nervosa is characterized by binge eating followed by purging.

Before going on an afternoon hiking trip, fair-skinned Joel uses plenty of sunscreen on exposed areas of his body. The use of sunscreens

Prevention programs for overweight should begin in childhood because:

Individuals who lose weight and regain it will find it easier to subsequently lose weight again.

One explanation for why people who are overweight may continue to gain weight even if they don't increase caloric intake is the fact that

Exposure to asbestos is strongly connected to

Calcium and iron are classified as

High fat and low fibre diets are particularly associated with cancer of the

Discuss the general trends in effective safety intervention programs.

The theory that the body has a certain weight that it strives to maintain is called:

Which of the following statements regarding anorexia nervosa is true

Recent research with animals has shown that reducing caloric intake by 30%

Cholesterol and saturated and unsaturated fats are classified as

Match the following classification of food components (a-e) with an example or description listed in items : -Cholesterol

Carl who was overweight as a child and adolescent is equally likely to be an obese adult as his wife Voula, who was trim in her youth but gained weight during pregnancy.

Which of the following is not considered a nutrient

Which of the following statements about the relationship between weight and health is NOT true

Simple sugars are to _ as amino acids are to _.

High density lipoproteins (HDL) are associated with a decreased likelihood of the build-up of fatty plaque in blood vessels.

Sean eats animal meats at every meal, whereas Malala eats a diet richin fruits, fibre and vegetables. Considering their eating patterns, it is likely that Malala is at a lower risk for cancer than is Sean.

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Anorexia nervosa is characterized by binge eating followed by purging.

Before going on an afternoon hiking trip, fair-skinned Joel uses plenty of sunscreen on exposed areas of his body. The use of sunscreens

Prevention programs for overweight should begin in childhood because:

Individuals who lose weight and regain it will find it easier to subsequently lose weight again.

One explanation for why people who are overweight may continue to gain weight even if they don't increase caloric intake is the fact that

Exposure to asbestos is strongly connected to

Calcium and iron are classified as

High fat and low fibre diets are particularly associated with cancer of the

Discuss the general trends in effective safety intervention programs.

The theory that the body has a certain weight that it strives to maintain is called:

Which of the following statements regarding anorexia nervosa is true

Recent research with animals has shown that reducing caloric intake by 30%

Cholesterol and saturated and unsaturated fats are classified as

Match the following classification of food components (a-e) with an example or description listed in items : -Cholesterol

Carl who was overweight as a child and adolescent is equally likely to be an obese adult as his wife Voula, who was trim in her youth but gained weight during pregnancy.

Which of the following is not considered a nutrient

Which of the following statements about the relationship between weight and health is NOT true

Simple sugars are to _____ as amino acids are to _____.

High density lipoproteins (HDL) are associated with a decreased likelihood of the build-up of fatty plaque in blood vessels.

Sean eats animal meats at every meal, whereas Malala eats a diet richin fruits, fibre and vegetables. Considering their eating patterns, it is likely that Malala is at a lower risk for cancer than is Sean.

An Overview of Psychology and Health

The Bodys Physical Systems

Stress: Its Meaning, Impact and Sources

Stress, Biopsychosocial Factors, and Illness

Coping With and Reducing Stress

Health-Related Beahviour and Health Promotion

Substance Use and Abuse

Using Health Services

In the Hosital: the Setting, Procedures and Effects on Patients

The Nature and Symptoms of Pain

Managing and Controlling Clinical Pain

Serious and Disabling Chronic Health Illnesses: Causes, Management, and Coping

Life-Threatening Conditions: Heart Disease, Stroke, Cancer, and Hivaids

Psychosocial Factors in Aging and Dying

Whats Ahead for Health Psychology

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Simple sugars are to _ as amino acids are to _.