Deck 5: Managing Stress and Coping With Lifes Challenges

Question 1

A pop quiz in class is an example of

A)chronic stress.
B)a stressor.
C)a frustration.
D)eustress.

Answer 1

a stressor.

Question 2

All of the following are likely to influence your response to stress EXCEPT

A)your past experiences.
B)your personality.
C)your friend's level of stress.
D)your general health status.

Answer 2

your friend's level of stress.

Question 3

An example of an event likely to be associated with distress is

A)bouncing several checks.
B)the end of final exam week.
C)getting the highest score on a difficult exam.
D)completing an assignment.

Answer 3

bouncing several checks.

Question 4

Emily is experiencing an allostatic load due to a dysfunctional relationship,credit card debt,and a challenging course load.Which of the following defines the term allostatic load?

A)the long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response
B)the magnitude of the body's response to a stressor
C)the increased magnitude of a stressor required to cause a response
D)the ability of the immune system to respond to assaults

Question 5

David woke up in the middle of the night because he smelled smoke.This most likely caused him to experience

A)insomnia.
B)the flight-or-fight response.
C)the adaptation syndrome.
D)the resistance response.

Question 6

Peter recently ended a relationship when he found out his partner was cheating on him.This probably caused

A)eustress.
B)anger.
C)distress.
D)episodic stress.

Question 7

Before taking her biology final,Jessie experienced abdominal pain and nausea,but these symptoms weren't caused by a gastrointestinal virus.Stress could contribute to these symptoms by

A)increasing blood flow to her digestive organs.
B)increasing the production of insulin.
C)increasing her heart rate.
D)decreasing blood flow to her digestive organs.

Question 8

The primary hormone responsible for physiological stress responses such as increased heart and breathing rates is

A)epinephrine.
B)cortisol.
C)thyroxin.
D)insulin.

Question 9

Which of the following is most likely to cause eustress instead of distress?

A)failing a test
B)losing your job
C)the death of a grandparent
D)an impending promotion

Question 10

Which of the following is TRUE about stress?

A)Stress is only produced by externally imposed factors and is always negative.
B)Stress is a mental and physical response to real or perceived changes and challenges.
C)It is possible to eliminate all stressors in our lives if we try hard enough.
D)Stress does not affect a person's general health.

Question 11

As Joe prepares to spar with a Taekwondo opponent,his heart rate and respiration rate increase.These are indicators that which branch of the nervous system has been activated?

A)parasympathetic
B)episodic
C)sympathetic
D)central

Question 12

Research on stress and body function have found that prolonged stress

A)impairs the immune response.
B)increases adaptive energy stores.
C)increases B cell function.
D)affects a limited number of body systems.

Question 13

The body's attempt to restore homeostasis in the aftermath of a stress response is a(n)________ response.

A)fight-or-flight
B)biological
C)sympathetic
D)adaptive

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT an indicator that a person's sympathetic nervous system has been activated?

A)increased heart rate
B)increased respiration
C)increased salivation
D)increased blood pressure

Question 15

The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is

A)adaptation.
B)eustress.
C)homeostasis.
D)recovery.

Question 16

Ken is the new pastor at a local church.He is both nervous and excited about his new post and is looking forward to meeting all the members of his new congregation.This process will take some time and effort,but he is convinced that it will help him learn how to serve them better.Ken's situation is an example of

A)distress.
B)anticipation.
C)eustress.
D)reactivity.

Question 17

Catrina just missed hitting a deer as she was driving along a dark,curving road.She felt her racing heart finally slow down after she pulled off the road and took a few deep breaths.This is an example of a(n)

A)challenge.
B)adaptive response.
C)fight-or-flight response.
D)state of overload.

Question 18

The stress hormone cortisol plays a major role during the stress response in

A)increasing heart and respiratory rates.
B)decreasing appetite and thirst.
C)mobilizing nutrients to meet energy needs.
D)relieving pain.

Question 19

Hearing a piercing scream late at night while walking on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome?

A)resistance
B)exhaustion
C)recovery
D)alarm

Question 20

Jade's heart races and she cannot think of anything to say when the cute guy in class sits next to her.This is an example of

A)the overreactive response.
B)the stress response.
C)homeostasis.
D)hyperventilation.

Question 21

Brian is considered a Type A personality by his friends because of his history of "road rage" and extreme competitiveness.All the following put him at increased risk for cardiovascular disease EXCEPT

A)his negative beliefs and hostile attitudes toward others.
B)bouts of anger ranging from irritation to rage.
C)his actions that often harm others verbally or physically.
D)his upbeat,glass-half-full approach to life.

Question 22

Which of the following forms of stress management also improves flexibility?

A)yoga
B)deep breathing
C)biofeedback
D)visualization

Question 23

Stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses.These are most closely associated with an increased risk for

A)cardiovascular disease.
B)blood cancers such as leukemia.
C)mood disorders.
D)insomnia.

Question 24

Rudy lives in a cheap apartment in a run-down building behind the train depot.He gets quite a few upper respiratory infections,and he suspects that these could be related to mold or other pollutants in the building or neighborhood.His recurrent illnesses are likely due to

A)a major immune disorder.
B)background distressors.
C)his incessant worrying.
D)technostress.

Question 25

Relationships can cause stress in all the following ways EXCEPT

A)excitement and eustress in the early stages of a new relationship.
B)aspiring to be the best one can be.
C)competition and conflicts with work colleagues.
D)lowered self-esteem from high expectations with low control.

Question 26

Which of the following situations might contribute to impaired immune function?

A)You purchase a new car when you get your first job offer.
B)Your grandmother moves in with your family after being hospitalized due to a stroke.
C)You keep changing the diet,vitamin,and exercise regimen you follow to see faster results.
D)You have a fairly calm demeanor and life rarely "stresses you out."

Question 27

Chronic stress has a strong connection to all of the following medical conditions EXCEPT

A)impaired immune function.
B)heart disease.
C)diabetes.
D)hearing loss.

Question 28

Luci has worked as a customer service representative for two years.She believes that this job has improved her ability to cope with a variety of stressful situations and is confident in her ability to do so.Luci is exhibiting which of the following personality traits?

A)self-efficacy
B)Type A
C)Type B
D)low self-esteem

Question 29

Which of the following forms of stress management originated as a form of self-defense?

A)yoga
B)tai chi
C)qigong
D)Taekwondo

Question 30

Jo has been seeing a stress-management counselor since she moved to a new city to attend college.Which of the following is the most likely recommendation of the counselor?

A)Keep reminding yourself that you should be able to handle this.
B)Work to maintain healthy relationships with family members and old friends,while also cultivating new sources of social support.
C)Drop one of more classes or extracurricular activities to open up more time to relax.
D)Treat yourself to a favorite meal or dessert when you're feeling particularly stressed.

Question 31

The immune system's ability to respond to assaults is known as

A)immunocompetence.
B)adaptation.
C)immunity.
D)defense.

Question 32

Tyler wants to win the trumpet soloist competition this year.His practice time always ends up being the same time his friends are going out to party.Tyler always goes along for the party because he figures he can squeeze in a few minutes of practice somewhere in his schedule.It is competition week and Tyler has come down with a terrible stomach bug.Tyler's illness may be related to

A)outward conflict.
B)behavior that is inconsistent with his goals.
C)a consistent pattern of not eating healthy food.
D)overload.

Question 33

Which of the following categories describes the small stressors,frustrations,and petty annoyances that collectively can add up to a higher level of stress?

A)adjustments
B)hassles
C)pressures
D)choices

Question 34

Of the following choices,the BEST example of conflict is

A)worrying about a tough test.
B)wanting to go out with friends,but needing to study.
C)too many responsibilities.
D)experiencing illness due to stress.

Question 35

You eat an entire box of cookies the night before you attend a Weight Watchers meeting.This is an example of

A)inconsistent goals and behavior.
B)goals defined by parental expectations.
C)conflict due to feeling overwhelmed by obligations.
D)the general adaptation syndrome.

Question 36

College freshmen living away from home for the first time may face a variety of conflicts due to differences between their own values and beliefs and those of

A)their professors.
B)their parents and new people they encounter.
C)their parents and long-time friends.
D)celebrities they admire.

Question 37

Which of the following hormones might contribute to the "Freshman 15"-the tendency to gain about 15 pounds during the first year of college?

A)testosterone
B)estrogen
C)cortisol
D)epinephrine

Question 38

When acute stress bombards your brain with stress chemicals,

A)you are more likely to be able to concentrate in class.
B)your ability to make sound decisions is enhanced.
C)you are likely to experience euphoria.
D)your memory may be impaired.

Question 39

Which of the following BEST describes a Type C personality?

A)relaxed
B)hostile
C)stoic
D)distressed

Question 40

Mariah is behind on her coursework because of training for the upcoming tryouts for the swim team.On top of that,she broke up with her boyfriend last week.Monica,her twin sister,does not participate on a sports team and has plenty of time to get her homework done before her boyfriend visits most evenings.Compared to Monica,Mariah is likely to experience

A)fewer incidences of cold-related symptoms.
B)more upper respiratory illness.
C)less joint pain.
D)better sleep.

Question 41

Which of the following is a useful strategy to prevent explosive anger?

A)Have a couple of beers and watch TV to take your mind off the issue.
B)Avoid all situations that provoke anger.
C)Pound on something soft,like a pillow.
D)Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others.

Question 42

Which of the following statements BEST describes self-esteem?

A)Self-esteem is inherited and can rarely change.
B)Self-esteem is established during childhood.
C)Self-esteem has to do with the ability to follow the lead of others.
D)Self-esteem has to do with one's confidence and self-satisfaction.

Question 43

Cortisol contributes to weight gain by

A)increasing testosterone production.
B)increasing hunger and activating fat storage enzymes.
C)increasing thirst for sweet beverages.
D)stimulating cravings for healthy foods such as vegetables.

Question 44

Stress management consists of

A)finding balance and developing coping strategies.
B)eliminating all sources of stress.
C)learning to juggle as many tasks as possible.
D)firmly controlling reactions to stress.

Question 45

Jake is a good student and seems pretty resilient.He usually gets all of his work completed;if he misses an assignment,he acknowledges it is his own fault.His friends really respect him,but they wish he did not explode sometimes over little things.Which of the following is TRUE about Jake?

A)He has the typical Type A personality.
B)He has a hardy personality.
C)His personality varies depending on the situation.
D)He reacts appropriately to all situations.

Question 46

Exercise reduces stress primarily by

A)suppressing endocrine function.
B)increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones.
C)providing a therapeutic way to reduce or eliminate pain.
D)expanding aerobic capacity.

Question 47

Meditation has been proven effective in managing stress.Which of the following is NOT true about meditation?

A)There is only one meditation style that is considered effective.
B)Meditation allows the body to relax while the mind is focused.
C)Meditation involves some method of calming and focusing the mind.
D)It usually takes some effort and patience to learn to meditate.

Question 48

To replenish vital energy stores,which of the following would be particularly helpful?

A)getting more sleep and "down time"
B)a regimen of "energy-boosting" supplements
C)increasing alcohol intake to promote relaxation
D)broadening one's social support system

Question 49

The process of replacing negative thoughts with positive ones is referred to as

A)affirmations.
B)meditation.
C)cognitive restructuring.
D)stress inoculation.

Question 50

Research has shown that laughter results in all of the following EXCEPT

A)decreased stress levels.
B)increased levels of oxygen in the blood.
C)pain reduction.
D)increased risk of heart disease.

Question 51

Jeff knows the midterm chemistry exam is going to be tough.He is trying to prepare for it by taking a practice test every night before he goes out with his buddies.Jeff is

A)using the technique of stress inoculation.
B)restructuring his thinking patterns.
C)increasing his level of stress before the test.
D)using alcohol as a coping mechanism to relax.

Question 52

When we are forced to choose between two or more competing desires,motives,behaviors,or impulses,which process is occurring?

A)doubt
B)control
C)adaptation
D)conflict

Question 53

Hakim walked into his house one summer day and discovered that the air conditioning was not working.He did not get upset because the last time this happened,he found a great repair company that was fast and affordable;he also had a couple of fans that he used to keep cool until the AC was restored.Hakim did not experience excessive stress because

A)his appraisal of the stressor told him he could cope with it.
B)he had a plan in place due to his last experience with the repair company.
C)he has low self-esteem and knew he could not fix the AC himself.
D)he has a Type A personality.

Question 54

Eating healthy foods helps in managing stress,

A)because they are easier on the digestive system than junk foods.
B)especially if they contain sympathomimetics.
C)although the precise reasons are not fully understood.
D)because food is comforting and eating can distract one from problems.

Question 55

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

A)Let your mail pile up and only look at it once a week.
B)Make a daily list of tasks and prioritize them.
C)Take a day off even if you have assignments due.
D)Only clean up clutter when you have enough time to get to all of it.

Question 56

To manage stress,the first step is to

A)control your emotional responses.
B)choose to ignore the stressors in your life.
C)determine which stressors can be reduced or eliminated.
D)identify and assess the stressors in your life.

Question 57

Downshifting refers to the process of

A)using meditation to combat the stress response.
B)taking steps to simplify one's life.
C)deliberately completing tasks at a slower pace.
D)allowing passivity to take over as a result of stress.

Question 58

Which of the following statements regarding stress and hair loss is NOT true?

A)Stress may cause hair to fall out in clumps.
B)Stress-related hair loss can occur in both men and women.
C)The most common type of stress-induced hair loss is telogen effluvium.
D)Stress-induced hair loss occurs when colonies of hair are pushed into an active phase.

Question 59

Which of the following characteristics of a Type A personality have been determined to most increase the risk for heart disease?

A)being time-driven and perfectionistic
B)having a hard-driving approach to tasks and life in general
C)being highly competitive
D)having a tendency toward anger,distrust,and cynicism

Question 60

One reason the Type A personality theory has been debated is that

A)the early research had serious methodological flaws.
B)most people have either Type A or Type B personalities.
C)not all Type A people experience negative health consequences.
D)most people have either Type C or Type D personalities.

Question 61

As part of the stress response,the hormone that stimulates the body to prepare for action is

A)epinephrine.
B)cortisol.
C)testosterone.
D)thyroxine.

Question 62

You have learned how to intentionally slow your heart rate to calm yourself during an exam.Which method are you using to manage stress?

A)meditation
B)downshifting
C)biofeedback
D)stress inoculation

Question 63

Julia is extremely upset to discover a suggestive e-mail her boyfriend has sent to another woman.Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?

A)alarm
B)resistance
C)exhaustion
D)denial

Question 64

Type A individuals said to have a "toxic core" and an increased risk of heart disease consistently exhibit which characteristic?

A)perfectionism
B)hostility
C)ambition
D)extroversion

Question 65

After Julia discovers the suggestive e-mail her boyfriend sent to another woman,she considers how to confront him about it.Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?

A)alarm
B)resistance
C)exhaustion
D)denial

Question 66

Cortisol is secreted by the

A)adrenal glands.
B)pituitary gland.
C)thyroid gland.
D)thymus.

Question 67

As part of the stress response,the hormone that makes stored nutrients available for energy is

A)epinephrine.
B)cortisol.
C)testosterone.
D)thyroxine.

Question 68

Haley has to make a college choice by the end of the month.She has been accepted by three schools.Her parents want her to go to the same state university that they attended,but she is more interested in a small,private college known for its excellent drama department.Which type of stressor is this?

A)pressure
B)change
C)conflict
D)hassle

Question 69

The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the

A)pituitary gland.
B)cerebral cortex.
C)frontal lobe.
D)hypothalamus.

Question 70

Which of the following has been recommended as a method for managing stress?

A)engaging in demanding or competitive physical activity
B)keeping a journal to track your stressors,worries,and options
C)practicing dichotomous thinking
D)using mind-altering drugs to induce a sense of peace

Question 71

The physiological arousal response that allows us to face or escape from real or perceived threats is the

A)fight-or-flight response.
B)adaptive response.
C)resistance response.
D)cardiac response.

Question 72

You complete weekly practice tests for three months before you are scheduled to take the LSAT.Which method are you using to manage stress?

A)meditation
B)downshifting
C)biofeedback
D)stress inoculation

Question 73

Your roommate just ate the last of your trail mix without asking.Which type of stressor is this?

A)pressure
B)change
C)conflict
D)hassle

Question 74

You have been a successful doctor of internal medicine for many years.You recently gave up your large practice in the city to join the staff of a small-town clinic where you will work four days a week.Which method are you using to manage stress?

A)meditation
B)downshifting
C)biofeedback
D)stress inoculation

Question 75

You really want to buy an expensive software program to help you with coursework,but your credit cards are maxed out and the rent is due next week.Which type of stressor is this?

A)pressure
B)change
C)conflict
D)hassle

Question 76

You've misplaced your cell phone and you're already late for class.Which type of stressor is this?

A)pressure
B)change
C)conflict
D)hassle

Question 77

The gland that secretes ACTH is the

A)adrenal.
B)pituitary.
C)thyroid.
D)thymus.

Question 78

Julia confronts her boyfriend with the evidence that he has been cheating on her,and after days of arguments,they break up.By the end of the week,all she can do is cry herself to sleep.Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?

A)alarm
B)resistance
C)exhaustion
D)denial

Question 79

The strategy of reframing appraisals of stressors more positively and working toward future goals is known as

A)shift and persist.
B)downshifting.
C)psychological resilience.
D)stress inoculation.

Question 80

You are moving into your first apartment.Which type of stressor is this?

A)pressure
B)change
C)conflict
D)hassle