Deck 11: Maintaining Wellness and Relationships in a Diverse World

Question 1

Wellness involves

A) ignoring anxiety.
B) consuming alcohol regularly.
C) ignoring stress.
D) keeping fit.

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Physiological changes that occur under stress include

A) rapid, shallow breathing.
B) excessive saliva production.
C) muscle relaxation.
D) reduced heart rate.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

When people are stressed, they

A) experience memory lapses.
B) become more effective at solving problems.
C) experience mental clarity.
D) become very focused.

Answer 3

A

Question 4

When you identify the parts of your life that do not serve you well, make plans for change, and then carry out those plans, you

A) are establishing a support network.
B) can take charge of your life and decisions.
C) can embrace diversity.
D) are connecting with others through involvement.

Question 5

Peter was always in good shape in high school, but since he started college, he's had fewer opportunities to exercise and has made some poor dietary choices. Now he has noticed that he's gaining weight and has less energy. He knows that if he wants to lose weight, in addition to exercising more, he'll have to make some changes to what he eats. Which strategy will help Peter lose weight safely?

A) eating a large jar of nuts instead of a candy bar when he wants a snack
B) following a fad diet, such as the Paleo, Atkins, or South Beach diet
C) eating a high-protein meal for breakfast
D) drinking about 32 ounces of water every day

Question 6

Eating foods high in sodium can

A) lead to high blood pressure.
B) help your body build muscle.
C) cause excessive urination.
D) result in significant fatigue.

Question 7

Angelina is worried about her roommate, Katie. Katie has been overeating and then goes to the bathroom to make herself throw up. Katie is exhibiting symptoms of which condition?

A) bulimia
B) anxiety disorder
C) anorexia nervosa
D) binge eating disorder

Question 8

Your body gets rid of alcohol at a rate of about how many drink(s) per hour?

A) one
B) two
C) three
D) five

Question 9

When Neron turned 21, his friends took him out for his first drink. He ended up drinking far more than he planned that night, and he was badly hungover the next day. Neron enjoys spending time with his friends when they go out, but he doesn't want to feel sick the next day. Which strategy will help Neron reduce the harmful effects of alcohol the next time he goes out?

A) drinking no more than three drinks an hour
B) abstaining from water while drinking alcohol
C) drinking wine instead of beer
D) having something to eat as he drinks

Question 10

Which statement about smoking is true?

A) Smokeless tobacco is less addictive than cigarettes.
B) Even social smoking can cause a tobacco addiction.
C) Vaping does not deliver nicotine into your system.
D) Smoking marijuana does not increase the risk of lung cancer.

Question 11

Which statement about exercise is true?

A) The only beneficial type of exercise is aerobic exercise.
B) People who exercise often report having low energy levels.
C) Exercising regularly can help you manage anxiety more effectively.
D) Aerobic exercise helps prevent the release of beta-endorphins.

Question 12

Some depression goes away on its own, but you should contact a health care professional if symptoms last for

A) a few hours.
B) a few days.
C) about a week.
D) more than two weeks.

Question 13

A person intending to commit suicide is MOST likely to

A) drink a lot of caffeine.
B) maintain a regular sleep schedule.
C) have a preoccupation with death.
D) let go of grief from a recent loss.

Question 14

If someone you know threatens suicide, you should

A) encourage them to stop complaining; life is always worth living.
B) urge him or her to seek assistance.
C) keep the threat to yourself and not tell anyone.
D) ignore them since they are likely just trying to get attention.

Question 15

The Campus Save Act mandates that colleges

A) require sexual assault survivors to press charges against the attacker.
B) distribute free condoms to reduce the prevalence of sexually transmitted infections.
C) make public the identity of any student involved in a case of sexual misconduct.
D) provide sexual assault, violence, and harassment education to students.

Question 16

Dan's close friend, Kelly, confided in him that she was sexually assaulted by another student after a party last weekend. She doesn't have any visible injuries, but she is very upset about what happened and doesn't want to report it because she doesn't want to draw unwanted attention. It would be appropriate for Dan to

A) seek advice from a professional.
B) ignore her claims.
C) tell Kelly what she should do.
D) tell his friends what happened.

Question 17

Which statement about relationships with other students at college is correct?

A) Your relationships with friends are not as important as your relationships with instructors.
B) Nearly everyone you hang out with will become a close friend.
C) Most of the friendships you develop in college will last a lifetime.
D) You are likely to develop some similarities to the people with whom you associate.

Question 18

If you are a student, are married, and have children, you should

A) keep school and home life completely separate.
B) not consult your spouse before making decisions about school.
C) see if your college has a daycare program.
D) first and foremost pay attention to your own needs.

Question 19

If your family is not supportive of your role as a college student, you should

A) make your family has a higher priority than your education in all situations.
B) find other people to help create the family you need.
C) drop out of school and take on a role your family approves of.
D) assume that instructors will be lenient with deadlines if you have a family obligation.

Question 20

When considering joining an organization, you should

A) focus on your interests and the activities you enjoy most.
B) try to join as many as possible regardless of school workload.
C) disregard how much an organization might cost.
D) avoid organizations based on community service or volunteering.

Question 21

If a message you receive needs a quick decision or answer, it is BEST to reply

A) via text message.
B) in person or with a phone call.
C) by email.
D) with a tweet or Facebook post.

Question 22

Mandy had limited access to the internet growing up, but when she started college, she bought her first smartphone. Now that she can go online whenever and wherever she wants, she enjoys exchanging text messages with friends, uploading photos to Instagram, and posting her thoughts on her Facebook and Twitter accounts. To use online communication wisely, Mandy should

A) understand that only her friends can see her social media posts.
B) respond to messages immediately, regardless of the content.
C) understand that deleted social media posts may still be accessible.
D) select a simple password that she can remember and use it for all of her online accounts.

Question 23

Which statement about religion is true?

A) Learning about other religions can make you a more open-minded person.
B) Religion-based discrimination no longer exists in the world.
C) Muslim students have generally reported a sense of welcoming on campuses.
D) Students on most college campuses share the same religion.

Question 24

If there is a student with a physical disability in your class, you should

A) be exceptionally eager to help him or her.
B) try to not pay attention to him or her without being rude.
C) treat him or her as you would any other student.
D) assume that he or she also has a learning disability.

Question 25

An exaggerated or oversimplified generalization used to describe or distinguish a group is called

A) prejudice.
B) a culture.
C) diversity.
D) a stereotype.

Question 26

Which is a strategy for using technology to help stay fit?

A) watching Netflix or television after a long day of classes
B) going for a walk and guessing how many miles you walked
C) wearing a fitness bracelet that keeps track of your daily steps
D) exercising when you feel inspired to do it

Question 27

An accumulation of stress from life events can cause physical and mental health problems.

Question 28

To maintain good health, you should eat well-portioned meals that include protein, vegetables, grains, dairy, and fruit.

Question 29

Your ability to drive does not become impaired until your blood alcohol content (BAC) reaches .08.

Question 30

Aerobic exercise produces natural narcotics that cause feelings of happiness and contentment.

Question 31

The majority of sexual assault survivors were attacked by strangers.

Question 32

How well you are able to manage your emotions is directly related to the quality of the relationships in your life.

Question 33

Students who become involved in clubs or organizations are less likely to complete their first year of college.

Question 34

It is better to share personal information (such as news of a health issue) online rather than offline.

Question 35

Some students instigate hate crimes because of fears about people who represent a different race, ethnic group, or sexual orientation.

Question 36

Describe four things that happen in your body and/or mind during the stress response.

Question 37

Describe the strategies that you use to relieve stress, and then explain methods you currently use, or might start using, to prevent or reduce stress in your life.

Question 38

What methods do you use to maintain your physical health? Are there any changes you think you should make to your current health strategy? If so, why? If not, why not?

Question 39

List four strategies for establishing better sleep habits.

Question 40

Identify five symptoms of depression.

Question 41

Identify three types of dangers that college students face and for each, describe at least two strategies for avoiding or reducing the risk of harm.

Question 42

Describe a relationship that you have with someone you met at college. Explain how this relationship differs from similar relationships you might have had in the past, how you have benefitted from this relationship, and the challenges of maintaining this type of relationship in college.

Question 43

Identify three ways that people you have met at college are different from you, and for each, describe what you can do to learn more about life from the perspective of people with those characteristics. Include examples in your response.