Question 1

Concerns about body image and weight are common among athletes both with and without eating disorders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

What is the most important physical factor predicting the use of drugs?

Accepted Answer

A)  The desire to improve performance 
B)  The need to cope with pain and injuries 
C)  The desire to lose or gain weight 
D)  The desire to fit in with peers 
A)  The desire to improve performance 
B)  The need to cope with pain and injuries 
C)  The desire to lose or gain weight 
D)  The desire to fit in with peers A

Question 3

An athlete appears to be at a normal weight, but is anemic and has some damage to tooth enamel. From which of the following is the athlete most likely to be suffering?

Accepted Answer

A)  Bulimia nervos 
B)  Amenorrhea 
C)  Alcohol addiction 
D)  Anorexia nervosa 
A)  Bulimia nervos 
B)  Amenorrhea 
C)  Alcohol addiction 
D)  Anorexia nervosa A

Question 4

Student athletes are more likely to take _____ and less likely to take _____ when compared to non-athletes.

Accepted Answer

A)  Performance-enhancing drugs; recreational drugs 
B)  Recreational drugs; performance-enhancing drugs 
C)  Alcohol; steroids 
D)  Cocaine; alcohol 
A)  Performance-enhancing drugs; recreational drugs 
B)  Recreational drugs; performance-enhancing drugs 
C)  Alcohol; steroids 
D)  Cocaine; alcohol

Question 5

Describe 1 psychological motivation and 1 social motivation that athletes may have for using steroids

Accepted Answer

One psychological motivation for athlete

Question 6

According to data collected by the NCAA on substance use among college athletes, which is the performance-enhancing drug with the highest usage rate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Amphetamines 
B)  Ephedrine 
C)  Alcohol 
D)  Anabolic steroids 
A)  Amphetamines 
B)  Ephedrine 
C)  Alcohol 
D)  Anabolic steroids

Question 7

Instead of focusing on weight or how an athlete looks, how can a coach encourage overall fitness?

Accepted Answer

A)  By using objective performance measurements 
B)  By having players follow a restrictive diet 
C)  By having players rate themselves on their overall fitness 
D)  All of the above 
A)  By using objective performance measurements 
B)  By having players follow a restrictive diet 
C)  By having players rate themselves on their overall fitness 
D)  All of the above

Question 8

Which of the following is an eating disorder characterized by a drastic reduction in food intake and an intentional loss of weight?

Accepted Answer

A)  Anorexia nervosa 
B)  Bulimia nervosa 
C)  Amenorrhea 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Anorexia nervosa 
B)  Bulimia nervosa 
C)  Amenorrhea 
D)  All of the above

Question 9

Dietary supplements, such as Hydroxycut and Raspberry Ketones, are unregulated, and therefore may contain harmful substances.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Frequent drug testing and severe punishments for drug use are seen by athletes overall as effective

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Athletes who score higher in self-esteem and lower in depression are more likely to use PEDs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What did researchers find when they tested the effects of taking either sodium bicarbonate or a placebo as well as either being told one was taking a placebo or sodium bicarbonate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Belief that one has taken a real drug has an effect on performance--those who took a placebo but were told they had taken sodium bicarbonate performed better than those who took the actual sodium bicarbonate but were told they had taken a placebo 
B)  Belief that one has taken a real drug does not have an effect on performance--those who received the sodium bicarbonate performed better, regardless of whether or not they had been told that they were taking sodium bicarbonate or a placebo 
C)  Belief that one has taken a real drug has an effect on performance, but only if one has actually taken the real drug 
D)  The researchers found no significant difference in performance between those who had taken sodium bicarbonate and those who had taken a placebo, regardless of whether or not they had been told they had taken sodium bicarbonate or a placebo. 
A)  Belief that one has taken a real drug has an effect on performance--those who took a placebo but were told they had taken sodium bicarbonate performed better than those who took the actual sodium bicarbonate but were told they had taken a placebo 
B)  Belief that one has taken a real drug does not have an effect on performance--those who received the sodium bicarbonate performed better, regardless of whether or not they had been told that they were taking sodium bicarbonate or a placebo 
C)  Belief that one has taken a real drug has an effect on performance, but only if one has actually taken the real drug 
D)  The researchers found no significant difference in performance between those who had taken sodium bicarbonate and those who had taken a placebo, regardless of whether or not they had been told they had taken sodium bicarbonate or a placebo.

Question 13

An individual with hypertension may take a beta-blocker. Why might an athlete illegally take this same drug?

Accepted Answer

A)  To slow down heart rate and decrease anxiety and tension, allowing for steadier hands 
B)  To stimulate blood flow and increase the amount of oxygen in the muscles 
C)  To promote muscle regeneration after work outs 
D)  To increase both heart rate and blood pressure, causing an effect similar to that of methamphetamines 
A)  To slow down heart rate and decrease anxiety and tension, allowing for steadier hands 
B)  To stimulate blood flow and increase the amount of oxygen in the muscles 
C)  To promote muscle regeneration after work outs 
D)  To increase both heart rate and blood pressure, causing an effect similar to that of methamphetamines

Question 14

Which drug might an athlete choose to take if he was wanted to mimic the effects of testosterone?

Accepted Answer

A)  Anabolic-androgenic steroid 
B)  Creatine 
C)  Erythropoietin 
D)  Diuretic 
A)  Anabolic-androgenic steroid 
B)  Creatine 
C)  Erythropoietin 
D)  Diuretic

Question 15

Describe 2 ways a coach can create an atmosphere that encourages high performance but not eating disorders.

Accepted Answer

1. Emphasize overall health and well-bei

Question 16

High levels of anxiety and low levels of self-esteem are positively correlated with eating disorders.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following is a way to reduce the prevalence of eating disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)  All of the above 
B)  Emphasizing healthy eating habits 
C)  Emphasizing fitness and performance, not weight 
D)  Changing rules and regulations 
A)  All of the above 
B)  Emphasizing healthy eating habits 
C)  Emphasizing fitness and performance, not weight 
D)  Changing rules and regulations

Question 18

A diuretic used to dilute urine in order to pass a drug test is an example of a masking agent.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

What is the benefit of blood doping?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aerobic performance is improved through the increase of oxygen flow 
B)  White blood cell count is increased, thereby decreasing the likelihood of illness 
C)  Attention and focused are heightened 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Aerobic performance is improved through the increase of oxygen flow 
B)  White blood cell count is increased, thereby decreasing the likelihood of illness 
C)  Attention and focused are heightened 
D)  All of the above

Question 20

In Impact on Youth, a correlation between the prevalence of weight concerns among young (5 years old and 7 years old) girls is highest when the girl is involved in which type of sport?

Accepted Answer

A)  Aesthetic 
B)  Non-aesthetic/ball sports 
C)  No sport 
D)  Contact 
A)  Aesthetic 
B)  Non-aesthetic/ball sports 
C)  No sport 
D)  Contact

Concerns about body image and weight are common among athletes both with and without eating disorders.

What is the most important physical factor predicting the use of drugs?

An athlete appears to be at a normal weight, but is anemic and has some damage to tooth enamel. From which of the following is the athlete most likely to be suffering?

Student athletes are more likely to take _ and less likely to take _ when compared to non-athletes.

Describe 1 psychological motivation and 1 social motivation that athletes may have for using steroids

According to data collected by the NCAA on substance use among college athletes, which is the performance-enhancing drug with the highest usage rate?

Instead of focusing on weight or how an athlete looks, how can a coach encourage overall fitness?

Which of the following is an eating disorder characterized by a drastic reduction in food intake and an intentional loss of weight?

Dietary supplements, such as Hydroxycut and Raspberry Ketones, are unregulated, and therefore may contain harmful substances.

Frequent drug testing and severe punishments for drug use are seen by athletes overall as effective

Athletes who score higher in self-esteem and lower in depression are more likely to use PEDs.

What did researchers find when they tested the effects of taking either sodium bicarbonate or a placebo as well as either being told one was taking a placebo or sodium bicarbonate?

An individual with hypertension may take a beta-blocker. Why might an athlete illegally take this same drug?

Which drug might an athlete choose to take if he was wanted to mimic the effects of testosterone?

Describe 2 ways a coach can create an atmosphere that encourages high performance but not eating disorders.

High levels of anxiety and low levels of self-esteem are positively correlated with eating disorders.

Which of the following is a way to reduce the prevalence of eating disorders?

A diuretic used to dilute urine in order to pass a drug test is an example of a masking agent.

What is the benefit of blood doping?

In Impact on Youth, a correlation between the prevalence of weight concerns among young (5 years old and 7 years old) girls is highest when the girl is involved in which type of sport?

Introduction and Research Methods

Personality

Attribution and Cognition

Motivation

Goal Setting

Arousal and Anxiety

Psychological Skills Training

Aggression

Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination

Team Cohesion

Leadership

Common Issues: Injury and Burnout

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Exam 13: Unhealthy Behaviors: Drug Abuse and Disordered Eating

Concerns about body image and weight are common among athletes both with and without eating disorders.

What is the most important physical factor predicting the use of drugs?

An athlete appears to be at a normal weight, but is anemic and has some damage to tooth enamel. From which of the following is the athlete most likely to be suffering?

Student athletes are more likely to take _____ and less likely to take _____ when compared to non-athletes.

Describe 1 psychological motivation and 1 social motivation that athletes may have for using steroids

According to data collected by the NCAA on substance use among college athletes, which is the performance-enhancing drug with the highest usage rate?

Instead of focusing on weight or how an athlete looks, how can a coach encourage overall fitness?

Which of the following is an eating disorder characterized by a drastic reduction in food intake and an intentional loss of weight?

Dietary supplements, such as Hydroxycut and Raspberry Ketones, are unregulated, and therefore may contain harmful substances.

Frequent drug testing and severe punishments for drug use are seen by athletes overall as effective

Athletes who score higher in self-esteem and lower in depression are more likely to use PEDs.

What did researchers find when they tested the effects of taking either sodium bicarbonate or a placebo as well as either being told one was taking a placebo or sodium bicarbonate?

An individual with hypertension may take a beta-blocker. Why might an athlete illegally take this same drug?

Which drug might an athlete choose to take if he was wanted to mimic the effects of testosterone?

Describe 2 ways a coach can create an atmosphere that encourages high performance but not eating disorders.

High levels of anxiety and low levels of self-esteem are positively correlated with eating disorders.

Which of the following is a way to reduce the prevalence of eating disorders?

A diuretic used to dilute urine in order to pass a drug test is an example of a masking agent.

What is the benefit of blood doping?

In Impact on Youth, a correlation between the prevalence of weight concerns among young (5 years old and 7 years old) girls is highest when the girl is involved in which type of sport?

Introduction and Research Methods

Personality

Attribution and Cognition

Motivation

Goal Setting

Arousal and Anxiety

Psychological Skills Training

Aggression

Stereotypes, Prejudice, and Discrimination

Team Cohesion

Leadership

Common Issues: Injury and Burnout

Filters

Student athletes are more likely to take _ and less likely to take _ when compared to non-athletes.