Deck 13: Stress, Health, and Wellness

Question 1

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

A)marijuana
B)alcohol
C)nicotine
D)heroin

Answer 1

C

Question 2

What is the relationship between exercise and diet?

A)Excessive exercise leads to diseases such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia.
B)Regular exercise combined with a sensible diet will lead to many benefits, including greater energy levels.
C)Those students who exercise regularly will be thin and popular, decreasing the need for solitary binge eating.
D)A student who exercises regularly can eat more junk food because the two cancel one another out.

Answer 2

B

Question 3

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?

A)hormones
B)chemicals
C)endorphins
D)dopamine

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Janet's been missing classes, is having trouble sleeping, and has withdrawn from her friends.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

A)bulimia.
B)anorexia.
C)suicide.
D)PTSD.If you know someone who is showing signs of suicide, encourage him or her to speak to someone. It is OK to talk to family members, counselors, or instructors to help out in the situation.

Question 5

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

A)visualization
B)coping
C)relaxation
D)meditation

Question 6

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

A)Dave's family home suffers moderate damage during an earthquake.
B)Jenn's pencil breaks during an exam.
C)Dan's sister, who lives out of state, gives birth to premature twins.
D)Jasmine breaks up with her boyfriend during her first year in college.

Question 7

A personal stressor is a

A)sudden, powerful event that occurs quickly and affects many people simultaneously.
B)physical and emotional response to events that threaten or challenge us.
C)major life event that produces a negative physical and psychological reaction.
D)minor irritant of life that doesn't affect us too much.

Question 8

The only totally effective means of preventing pregnancy is

A)birth control pills.
B)condoms.
C)IUDs.
D)abstinence.

Question 9

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

A)make exercise a part of your life.
B)manage your bulimia.
C)take care of your mental health.
D)take care of your physical health.

Question 10

A cataclysmic event is a

A)sudden, powerful event that occurs quickly and affects many people simultaneously.
B)physical and emotional response to events that threaten or challenge us.
C)major life event that produces a negative physical and psychological reaction.
D)minor irritants of life that don't affect us too much.

Question 11

A daily hassle is a

A)sudden, powerful event that occurs quickly and affects many people simultaneously.
B)physical and emotional response to events that threaten or challenge us.
C)major life event that produces a negative physical and psychological reaction.
D)minor irritant of life that doesn't affect us too much.

Question 12

Taking charge of the situation and meditating are examples of

A)sources of stress.
B)effective coping strategies for stress.
C)keeping your commitments.
D)progressive relaxation.

Question 13

What can virtually any event, good or bad, cause if it presents you with a challenge?

A)illness
B)stress
C)a poor attitude
D)an increased heart rate

Question 14

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?

A)bulimia
B)anorexia nervosa
C)elimination syndrome
D)cataclysmic stress

Question 15

A stress-related illness

A)is always triggered by personal or intimate relationships that go sour.
B)is completely avoidable if one exercises regularly and eats right.
C)is primarily a psychological problem, best treated with antidepressants or other such medications.
D)is more likely to affect a student if he/she has experienced a number of stressors in the past year.

Question 16

Stress is

A)a sudden, powerful event that occurs quickly and affects many people simultaneously.
B)the physical and emotional response to events that threaten or challenge us.
C)a major life event that produces a negative physical and psychological reaction.
D)the minor irritants of life that don't affect us too much.

Question 17

It is beneficial to write out your stressors because

A)it will solve your problems and alleviate your stressors immediately.
B)writing down your stressors puts you in control and can help you figure out ways to cope with the problem.
C)if stressors are written out you can look for the silver lining.
D)you can then show your stressors to somebody else.

Question 18

A psychological disorder in which a highly stressful event has long-lasting consequences is referred to as a(n)

A)post-traumatic stress disorder.
B)eating disorder.
C)major stressor.
D)daily stressor.

Question 19

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

A)personal stressors
B)cataclysmic events
C)irrational stressors
D)daily hassles

Question 20

Post-traumatic stress disorders are

A)feelings of sadness, unhappiness, and hopelessness.
B)physical disorders in which a specific food has long-lasting consequences.
C)psychological disorders in which a highly stressful event has long-lasting consequences.
D)preoccupations with death.

Question 21

Making exercise a group routine can distract you from your personal goals.
Exercising with others brings you social support and turns exercise into a social activity. You'll be more likely to stick to a program if you have a regular "exercise date" with a friend.

Question 22

It's a good idea to worry about the small stuff so that the big stuff will take care of itself.
Don't sweat the small stuff. One of the best ways to reduce stress is to maintain an appropriate perspective on the events of your life.

Question 23

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

A)women are more likely to be raped by a stranger than by someone they know.
B)women who dress provocatively are "asking for it."
C)when women offer resistance to sex, they don't really mean it.
D)men are not responsible for their actions once arouseD.Date rape often occurs because of the common-but untrue-belief that when women offer resistance to sex, they don't really mean it. Some men may even believe that it is unmasculine to accept no for an answer.

Question 24

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

A)alcoholic drinking.
B)binge drinking.
C)illegal.
D)alcohol dependent.

Question 25

If you decide to have a sexual relationship, or relationships, during college, what can you or your partner do to
a. prevent unwanted pregnancy?
b. avoid sexually transmitted diseases?
a. Methods of contraception include birth control pills, implants, intrauterine devices or IUD, diaphragms and cervical caps, condoms, contraceptive sponges, periodic abstinence, sterilization, and emergency contraception.
a. prevent unwanted pregnancy?
b. To avoid sexually transmitted diseases, know your partner well enough to discuss sexual histories, prevent the exchange of bodily fluids during all sex acts, use condoms, and be faithful to a single partner.
b. avoid sexually transmitted diseases?

Question 26

You are having a very stressful semester and often feel overwhelmed by your school and work responsibilities. Once you have made a list of your major stressors, what can you do to effectively cope with them?

Question 27

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.

Question 28

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.

Question 29

Date rape is

A)a potentially lethal, sexually transmitted disease that causes the destruction of the body's immune system.
B)acquired through sexual contact.
C)the avoidance of sexual contact.
D)forced sex in which the rapist is someone you are spending time with.

Question 30

Mary has become dependent on alcohol and drinks despite any serious consequences it may have. Mary is a(n)

A)food addict.
B)drug addict.
C)binge drinker.
D)alcoholic.

Question 31

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.

Question 32

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.

Question 33

To sleep better at night, you should avoid using your bed as a place to study.
You should use your bed for sleeping and not as an all-purpose area. Let your bed be a trigger for sleep.

Question 34

A sexually transmitted infection is

A)a potentially lethal, sexually transmitted disease that causes the destruction of the body's immune system.
B)acquired through sexual contact.
C)the avoidance of sexual contact.
D)forced sex in which the rapist is someone you are spending time with.

Question 35

Acquired immune deficiency syndrome is

A)a potentially lethal, sexually transmitted disease that causes the destruction of the body's immune system.
B)acquired through sexual contact.
C)the avoidance of sexual contact.
D)forced sex in which the rapist is someone you are spending time with.

Question 36

What is the leading cause of death for men between 25 and 44 years of age in the United States?

A)heart disease
B)alcohol abuse
C)drug addiction
D)AIDS

Question 37

The drug most likely to be found on college campuses is

A)marijuana.
B)alcohol.
C)cocaine.
D)heroin.

Question 38

Abstinence is

A)a potentially lethal, sexually transmitted disease that causes the destruction of the body's immune system.
B)acquired through sexual contact.
C)the avoidance of sexual contact.
D)forced sex in which the rapist is someone you are spending time with.

Question 39

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.

Question 40

Having sexual relationships with a maximum of two or three partners at any one time is an example of a "smart sex" practice.
"Smart sex" means knowing your sexual partner well, not having sex with two or three casual acquaintances at a time.

Question 41

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.

Question 42

One of the most stressful experiences that one can endure is the death of a loved one. List two to three things you could do to maintain your mental health and your academic standing if you were to experience the death of a loved one.