C2 – Stress

an unpleasant situation that disrupts normal activity. any imbalance of homeostasis. a physical reaction to fright. *situations that can trigger physical and emotional reactions.*

*endocrine system.* central nervous system. reproductive system. digestive system.

involve a lot of imagination and willpower. involve tensing and then relaxing the muscles in your body. increase heart rate. (WRONG) can be quite complex and difficult to master.

Your hearing and vision become more acute, and your bronchi dilate and allow more air into the lungs. Your bronchi dilate and allow more air into the lungs. Your liver releases more sugar into the blood. Your hearing and vision become more acute. *All of the choices are correct.*

*It may be one of the most stressful periods in one's life.* It is a period when stress is easily managed. It is a period where stress will have little impact on your sense of wellness. It is a period of low stress.

A short walk can help increase blood pressure. A long walk can help increase blood pressure. A brisk 10-minute walk can relax and energize you up to ten hours. *Three 45-minute walks per week can increase your sense of wellness.*

maintaining a strong social support system *denying the reality of the stress exercising* improving time-management skills

*Type C* Type B Type D Type A

depression and eating disorders *All of the choices are correct. depression* eating disorders post-traumatic stress disorder

realize you need a break and just watch a few shows. surf the Internet for a few minutes instead. *avoid turning on the television.* limit your television break to 5-10 minutes.

slows digestion increases perspiration. *slows breathing.* increases heart rate.

Say "no" when necessary. Visualize achievement of your goals. Delegate responsibility. *Focus on long-term goals only.*

*internal* interpersonal environmental social

time-savers. *all of these are correct* new sources of stress. new sources of lessening stress.

is a state of unmanaged stress. describes the body during the fight-or-flight reaction. *is a state of normal "housekeeping" functions.* is the response of the body to prolonged exposure to stressors.

digestive and lymph muscular and skeletal *nervous and endocrine* cardiovascular and respiratory

Imagery can enhance physical performance. Imagery can be an aid in changing habits. *Imagery is a cognitive technique designed to change typical patterns of thinking.* Visualizing yourself performing a task can help improve performance.

*Exercise reduces energy levels.* Exercise decreases tension. Exercise reduces anxiety levels. Exercise enhances one's sense of general well-being.

*is stress that is triggered by something pleasant.* does not trigger the stress response. is much more common than distress. is a specific type of distress.

*academic demands and time management concerns* laundry and dishes involvement in political causes children and pets