Question 1

Briefly describe each stage of the general adaptation syndrome.

Accepted Answer

Alarm phase-a stressor disturbs homeostasis.The subconscious brain appraises the stressor and prepares the body for "fight or flight." A series of hormonal reactions governed by the autonomic nervous system results in body system preparation.Resistance phase-the body adjusts itself after reaction to stressor and begins the process of returning to homeostasis.The parasympathetic nervous system helps keep these energy levels under control.Exhaustion phase-the physical and psychological energy used to fight a stressor becomes depleted.When these energy stores are depleted,serious illness may result.

Question 2

Our bodies respond to environmental distressors with the same general adaptation response as other stressors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Our bodies respond to environmental distressors with the GAS.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

People of different ethnic backgrounds and individuals who are homosexual may face disproportionately heavy impacts from discrimination,a form of psychosocial stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Martina sees a mean-looking dog coming toward her.Her heart starts to beat faster,her breathing quickens and her pupils dilate.These physiologic changes are governed by the ________________.

Accepted Answer

A) sympathetic nervous system 
B) parasympathetic nervous system 
C) auxiliary nervous system 
D) voluntary nervous system 
A) sympathetic nervous system 
B) parasympathetic nervous system 
C) auxiliary nervous system 
D) voluntary nervous system

Question 6

Describe alternative stress management techniques listed in the text.

Accepted Answer

Massage-decreases tension in m

Question 7

The first disease/personality research was based on cancer and aggressive personality types.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Undereating,overeating,or eating the wrong kinds of foods can create stress in the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Allan is a relaxed personality and he prides himself on his non-competitive nature.These characteristics define Allan as a Type ________ personality.

Accepted Answer

A) B 
B) AA 
C) C 
D) A 
A) B 
B) AA 
C) C 
D) A

Question 10

Carmen's neighbour plays his radio so loud that she cannot concentrate.The music is an example of what type of stressor?

Accepted Answer

A) natural 
B) social 
C) simultaneous 
D) background 
A) natural 
B) social 
C) simultaneous 
D) background

Question 11

Brody experiences which of the following body functions during the alarm phase of the GAS?

Accepted Answer

A) muscles relax 
B) hearing decreases 
C) sweating increases 
D) urine production increases 
A) muscles relax 
B) hearing decreases 
C) sweating increases 
D) urine production increases

Question 12

Recognizing stressors and evaluating them based on past experiences is a duty of the ______________ stress system.

Accepted Answer

A) behavioural recognition 
B) cognitive 
C) situational 
D) sensory 
A) behavioural recognition 
B) cognitive 
C) situational 
D) sensory

Question 13

High potency stress vitamins are effective in improving resistance to stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Changing the way you think about stress can help you manage it.List six ways that were cited in the text to modify and refine the way you think.

Accepted Answer

Worry constructively.
Look at

Question 15

Grace has been studying for her final exams for 2 weeks.She has four exams in three days and by the end of the third exam she has a fever and a sore throat.What concept is being displayed here?

Accepted Answer

A) homeostasis 
B) psychoneuroimmunology 
C) cognitive stress 
D) self-efficacy 
A) homeostasis 
B) psychoneuroimmunology 
C) cognitive stress 
D) self-efficacy

Question 16

Which of the following is a time management tip to reduce stress?

Accepted Answer

A) Let your mail pile up and only look at it once a week. 
B) Get rid of your watch and learn to listen more to your body. 
C) Take a day off to relax even during the busiest times. 
D) Don't bother cleaning up messes until you have the time to do it right. 
A) Let your mail pile up and only look at it once a week. 
B) Get rid of your watch and learn to listen more to your body. 
C) Take a day off to relax even during the busiest times. 
D) Don't bother cleaning up messes until you have the time to do it right.

Question 17

Joe just found out his new sports car was stolen.What type of stress is he most likely to experience?

Accepted Answer

A) eustress 
B) distress 
C) overload 
D) strain 
A) eustress 
B) distress 
C) overload 
D) strain

Question 18

You just realized that you have a ten-page paper due tomorrow and you haven't even started it yet.Which part of the brain determines the overall reaction to stress such as this?

Accepted Answer

A) corpus callosum 
B) hypothalamus 
C) limbic system 
D) pituitary gland 
A) corpus callosum 
B) hypothalamus 
C) limbic system 
D) pituitary gland

Question 19

The psychological system that governs our responses to stress is called the cognitive stress system.

Accepted Answer

The psychological system that governs ou

Question 20

A police officer who suffers from physical and mental exhaustion caused by excessive job stress suffers from what is called __________________________.

Accepted Answer

A) conflict 
B) discord 
C) pressure 
D) burnout 
A) conflict 
B) discord 
C) pressure 
D) burnout

Exam 3: Understanding and Copy With Lifes Stressors

Briefly describe each stage of the general adaptation syndrome.

Our bodies respond to environmental distressors with the same general adaptation response as other stressors.

Our bodies respond to environmental distressors with the GAS.

People of different ethnic backgrounds and individuals who are homosexual may face disproportionately heavy impacts from discrimination,a form of psychosocial stress.

Martina sees a mean-looking dog coming toward her.Her heart starts to beat faster,her breathing quickens and her pupils dilate.These physiologic changes are governed by the ________________.

Describe alternative stress management techniques listed in the text.

The first disease/personality research was based on cancer and aggressive personality types.

Undereating,overeating,or eating the wrong kinds of foods can create stress in the body.

Allan is a relaxed personality and he prides himself on his non-competitive nature.These characteristics define Allan as a Type ________ personality.

Carmen's neighbour plays his radio so loud that she cannot concentrate.The music is an example of what type of stressor?

Brody experiences which of the following body functions during the alarm phase of the GAS?

Recognizing stressors and evaluating them based on past experiences is a duty of the ______________ stress system.

High potency stress vitamins are effective in improving resistance to stress.

Changing the way you think about stress can help you manage it.List six ways that were cited in the text to modify and refine the way you think.

Grace has been studying for her final exams for 2 weeks.She has four exams in three days and by the end of the third exam she has a fever and a sore throat.What concept is being displayed here?

Which of the following is a time management tip to reduce stress?

Joe just found out his new sports car was stolen.What type of stress is he most likely to experience?

You just realized that you have a ten-page paper due tomorrow and you haven't even started it yet.Which part of the brain determines the overall reaction to stress such as this?

The psychological system that governs our responses to stress is called the cognitive stress system.

A police officer who suffers from physical and mental exhaustion caused by excessive job stress suffers from what is called __________________________.

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Promoting and P Reserving Your Psychosocial Health

A: Focus on Spiritual Health

Engaging in Physical Activity for Health, Fitness, and Performance

Eating for Optimal Health and Performance

Managing Your Weight: Finding a Healthy Balance

Focus on Body Image

Committing to Relationships and Sexual Health

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

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Recognizing Use, Misuse, Abuse, and Addiction to Drugs and

Using Alcohol, Tobacco, and Caffeine Responsibly and Refraining From

Understanding Illicit Drugs

A: Focus on Improving Your Sleep

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Controlling Risk for Infectious and Non-Infectious Conditions

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