Deck 5: Managing Stress

Question 1

Avoidance/avoidance conflict:

A) arises when a choice must be made between two or more unattractive or undesirable goals.
B) is produced when a choice must be made between two or more goals, each of which has attractive and unattractive elements.
C) occurs when a choice must be made between two or more attractive or desirable alternatives.
D) occurs whether or not a choice is made.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

__________ involves the insertion of 3 to 15 tiny needles into specific acupuncture points located in various places all over the body.

A) Mindfulness
B) Pilates
C) Yoga
D) Acupuncture

Answer 2

D

Question 3

To address the widespread psychological and interpersonal problems faced by military personnel, ______________________spearheaded the development of the U.S. Army Master Resilience Trainer (MRT) course.

A) President Barack Obama
B) Philip Zimbardo
C) Martin Seligman
D) Carol Dweck

Answer 3

C

Question 4

The effects of incest that takes place in early childhood:

A) are often carried over into adulthood.
B) are generally forgotten and do not affect the victim in adult life.
C) make it almost impossible to form intimate relationships during adolescence.
D) always leads to promiscuity.

Question 5

Mary has been looking for a position since graduation and was offered a challenging job that can lead to advancement in a field she is eager to enter. The only problem is the fact that the job entails moving and she is reluctant to leave friends and family. In attempting to make a decision, Mary is struggling with the following type of conflict:

A) approach-avoidance conflict.
B) approach-approach conflict.
C) Avoidance-avoidance conflict.
D) multiple approach-avoidance conflict .

Question 6

PTSD is an acronym for:

A) Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
B) Posttraumatic Stress Diagnosis
C) Post Tragic Stress Disorder
D) Post Tragic Shock Disorder

Question 7

Those in the helping professions may be vulnerable to experiencing trauma themselves, which is known as:

A) mindfulness.
B) sexual exploitation.
C) ineffective traumatization.
D) vicarious traumatization.

Question 8

__________ strengthens the core through exercises that target the small muscles throughout the body, which creates pelvic, hip, and shoulder stabilization.

A) Therapeutic massage
B) Deep relaxation
C) Yoga
D) Pilates

Question 9

__________ is an ancient Indian philosophy that promotes psychological, social, and interpersonal well-being.

A) Pilates
B) T'ai Chi
C) Yoga
D) Acupuncture

Question 10

__________ is designed to exercise the body, mind, and spirit; gently work muscles; enhance concentration; and reduce the effects of stress on the body.

A) Yoga
B) T'ai chi
C) Acupuncturec
D) Meditation

Question 11

Approach/approach conflict:

A) arises when a choice must be made between two or more unattractive or undesirable goals.
B) is produced when a choice must be made between two or more goals, each of which has attractive and unattractive elements.
C) occurs when a choice must be made between two or more attractive or desirable alternatives.
D) occurs whether or not a choice is made.

Question 12

The U.S. Army Master Resilience Trainer (MRT) course is a key component of the _________________________ program.

A) Comprehensive Soldier and Family Fitness (CSF2)
B) Operation Mental Fitness (OMF)
C) National PTSD Prevention
D) U.S. Department of Defense Psychological Fitness and Suicide Prevention (PFSP)

Question 13

In __________, a light to firm touch is used to release tension, relax muscles, increase blood flow and lymph circulation, and educe a sense of calmness.

A) acupuncture
B) meditation
C) therapeutic massage
D) deep relaxation

Question 14

With regard to work-related stress, positive psychologist Dr. Tal Ben-Shahar believes that the real problem:

A) lies in a lack of sufficient recovery time following work sessions.
B) is linked to unfulfilling tasks at work.
C) is abusive supervisors who treat their employees poorly.
D) is unproductive group norms in the work environment.

Question 15

Mary got up late and drove through congested traffic to register for classes. When she arrived at her college campus, she had to wait in a long line, only to find that many of the courses she wanted to take were filled. Mary was dealing with the following source of stress:

A) psychological.
B) life changes.
C) environmental.
D) routine.

Question 16

Approach/avoidance conflict:

A) arises when a choice must be made between two or more unattractive or undesirable goals.
B) is produced when a choice must be made between two or more goals, each of which has attractive and unattractive elements.
C) occurs when a choice must be made between two or more attractive or desirable alternatives.
D) occurs whether or not a choice is made.

Question 17

Joe has been looking for a job ever since he graduated from college. After a long search he was offered two jobs; both having excellent pay, good benefits, and opportunity for advancement. Joe was torn between two desirable alternatives and was facing the following type of conflict:

A) approach-avoidance conflict.
B) approach-approach conflict.
C) multiple approach-avoidance conflict.
D) Avoidance-avoidance conflict.

Question 18

Psychosomatic, or psychophysiological, disorders are:

A) real bodily disorders manifested in disabling physical symptoms yet caused by emotional factors and the prolonged effects of stress.
B) caused by irrational thinking.
C) illnesses suffered only by people who are hypochondriacs.
D) likely to occur when our defense mechanisms are shattered.

Question 19

Most women and men who have a history of sexual abuse find it was therapeutic for them to:

A) simply share the burden associated with the abuse in a safe environment.
B) accept the reality that they were indeed victims and learn to direct their anger inward.
C) confront the victimizer in group.
D) cut off their feelings as a survival tactic.

Question 20

All of the following are considered psychological sources of stress EXCEPT :

A) frustration.
B) conflict.
C) pressure.
D) psychosomatic disorders.

Question 21

The following is NOT true about sexual harassment:

A) Sexual harassment reduces people to objects to be demeaned.
B) Sexual harassment is an issue of abuse of the power differential between two people.
C) The person doing the harassing may not see his behavior as problematic and may even joke about it.
D) Men experience sexual harassment more frequently than women.

Question 22

_________ is considered to be repeated and unwanted sexually oriented behavior in the form of suggestive comments, gestures, humor or physical contacts.

A) Sexual abuse
B) Sexual harassment
C) Incest
D) Pre-rape behavior

Question 23

The results of Kobasa's study of high-stress executives who remained healthy indicate that hardy individuals exhibited all of the following characteristics EXCEPT :

A) liking for challenge.
B) strong sense of commitment.
C) external locus of control.
D) internal locus of control.

Question 24

Adult survivors of childhood trauma:

A) need to tell their story and be heard if healing is to occur.
B) should not tell their story since it will stir up painful feelings and memories.
C) should avoid group psychotherapy as a treatment modality due to their vulnerabilities.
D) have a relatively easy time separating their past trauma from their current realities.

Question 25

Women who are raped by people they know:

A) generally do not feel guilt over the incident.
B) are never able to psychologically recover and trust again.
C) do not take responsibility for what occurred.
D) take responsibility for the incident and are generally embarrassed or afraid of reporting the rape.

Question 26

Joseph is an executive in a large corporation that has shown continuous growth since he was hired. Joseph believes that his success has been determined by his abilities and the actions he has taken. According to the text, he has:

A) an external locus of control.
B) an internal locus of control.
C) problems giving credit to others.
D) a narcissistic need for recognition.

Question 27

People who burn out

A) typically strive to set realistic goals in order to avoid frustration.
B) tend to experience feelings of helplessness and hopelessness.
C) tend to "work smarter" rather than working harder.
D) work at conquering feelings of helplessness, since such feelings lead to frustration and anger.

Question 28

Which of the following statements is NOT true?

A) Women are diagnosed with PTSD more often than men.
B) Today's veterans of the Iraq and Afghanistan wars show increased rates of PTSD.
C) The vast majority of people who experience traumatic or tragic events do not develop PTSD.
D) Developing PTSD can be greatly reduced for most people if help is available within six months after the incident.

Question 29

Individuals with an internal locus of control:

A) believe they can influence events and their reactions to events and accept responsibility for their actions.
B) believe that what happens to them is determined by factors such as luck, fate, or chance.
C) need reassurance when making life changes.
D) encode stress-producing situations as compounding pressure.

Question 30

Researchers have addressed the question of who stays well and why. Kobasa identified a personality pattern that is characterized by an appetite for challenge, a sense of commitment, and a strong sense of being in control of one's life. This personality style is considered:

A) confrontational.
B) energetic.
C) hardiness.
D) motivated.

Question 31

The key for survival in the helping profession for the long term is to be able to:

A) numb ourselves both physically and psychologically.
B) compound our problems rather than solving them.
C) balance a caring and empathic therapeutic style with the ability to distance yourself from the impact of your professional life at the end of the day.
D) avoid dealing with our emotions.

Question 32

Perhaps the best way to cope with the effects of burnout is to:

A) acquire skills in dealing with the impact of burnout.
B) direct our energies to preventing the condition.
C) avoid any type of stress that will lead to burnout.
D) find a new line of work if your present job is stressful.

Question 33

_____________________ are _________________ symptoms of PTSD.

A) Intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, and nightmares; not
B) Intrusive thoughts, flashbacks, and nightmares; common
C) Alienation, avoidance, and agitation; rare
D) Alienation, avoidance, and agitation; not

Question 34

__________ is a state of physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual exhaustion as a result of repeated pressures, often associated with intense involvement with people over long periods of time.

A) Burnout
B) Stress
C) Apathy
D) Cognitive dissonance

Question 35

Which of the following events would be least likely to cause PTSD?

A) A natural disaster
B) Sexual assault
C) A disagreement with a friend
D) A terrorist attack

Question 36

The following is NOT an example of sexual harassment:

A) repeated and unwanted staring, comments, or propositions of a sexual nature.
B) conversations tinted with sexually suggestive innuendoes or double meanings.
C) asking someone in the workplace for a date.
D) questions about one's sexual behavior.

Question 37

Which of the following levels is not included in Ben-Shahar's multilevel recovery model?

A) microlevel
B) midlevel
C) macrolevel
D) upperlevel

Question 38

When using defensive behavior to alleviate stress, it is important to remember that this behavior:

A) does not have any adaptive value.
B) will result in a reduction of stress over the long run.
C) reduces the source of stress.
D) may have an adaptive value resulting in reducing the impact of stress, but can actually increase levels of stress in the long run.

Question 39

John experienced failure in school as a result of not taking the remedial classes that were suggested by his counselor. On top of this, his girlfriend decided that she wanted to break up their long-term relationship. John reacted by denying what was happening. This ineffective way of dealing with stress is known as:

A) conflict resolution.
B) self-efficacy expectations.
C) defensive behavior.
D) habituation.

Question 40

Janet has a high potential for burnout since she feels trapped in a job that feels meaningless. In order to balance her life, Janet needs to:

A) create a variety of leisure pursuits that will give meaning to her life.
B) create a variety of leisure pursuits that will give meaning to her life.
C) disassociate mentally when she is at work.
D) use defensive strategies to alleviate job stress.

Question 41

_________ provides many benefits for overall health, but it is particularly valuable for people with anxiety and for those with stress-related medical conditions such as heart disease and high blood pressure and to prevent stress-induced changes in the immune system.

A) Daydreaming
B) Hypnosis
C) Meditation
D) Progressive relaxation

Question 42

Robert is in a job that can be highly stressful. His behavioral reaction to job stress tends to be relatively healthy and adaptive, as he uses the following constructive coping mechanism:

A) He confronts problems indirectly.
B) He can realistically appraise his situation and make rational efforts to evaluate alternative courses of action.
C) He uses wishful thinking to escape his predicament.
D) He has learned to recognize and repress harmful emotional reactions to stress.

Question 43

According to the authors, time management is a key strategy in managing stress. They suggest taking charge of your time by using all of the following strategies EXCEPT :

A) reflecting on your long-range goals and prioritizing the steps you will take in reaching them.
B) being realistic in deciding what you can accomplish in a given time period.
C) creating a schedule that helps you get done what you want to accomplish.
D) trying to be productive every moment and accepting new projects with energy and enthusiasm.

Question 44

__________ can be a major enemy and result in frustration and anxiety.

A) Time management
B) Yoga
C) Therapeutic massage
D) Procrastination

Question 45

Jane experiences a great deal of pressure to perform on her job. She tells herself that "I must do this job perfectly." This stress-producing statement is:

A) a self-defeating belief.
B) an irrelevant statement.
C) based on the truth.
D) passive/aggressive.

Question 46

An attitude of practicing mindfulness would NOT include:

A) judging thoughts that pass through your mind.
B) being open to each moment, realizing that some things can't be hurried.
C) focusing on accepting things as they are.
D) learning to trust your intuitions.

Question 47

__________ is an unfolding, self-reflective process that calms the mind, clears perception, and fills the heart with a limitless love.

A) Vicarious traumatization
B) Time management
C) Procrastination
D) Lovingkindness meditation

Question 48

Progressive muscular relaxation technique is a method of deep relaxation that starts with the following step:

A) Pay attention to your breathing, breath slowly through your nose and exhale slowly through your nose.
B) Tense and relax, proceeding through each muscle group.
C) Get comfortable, be quiet, and close your eyes.
D) Clench and release your muscles on each part of your body two or more times.

Question 49

The following statement is not true concerning the use of humor and laughter as an antidote to stress:

A) Laughing at our own folly, our own inconsistencies, and some of our pretentious ways can be highly therapeutic.
B) Humor not only acts as a buffer against stress, it also provides an outlet for frustration and anger.
C) Laughter produces healing forces within our bodies and can be a powerful antidote to physical illness and stress.
D) We need to take life seriously, and humor is a way of avoiding reality.

Question 50

__________ is the capacity of individuals to bounce back from major stress events with minimal negative effects, and we often refer to this ability as grit, hardiness, resourcefulness, or mental toughness.

A) Awareness
B) Muscular tightness
C) Mainstream culturec
D) Resilience