Chapter 2

Violent surroundings and intrusive noises are examples of --- environmental stressors

Which one of the following characteristics is most closely associated with elevated risk of cardiovascular disease? --- hostility

The division of the autonomic nervous system that slows down the body as it recovers from exposure to a stressor is the _parasympathetic_____ nervous system.

According to your text, which of the following are common sources of stress for most college students? --- academic demands and time management concerns

Carey would like to use meditation to help manage the effects of stress. Which of the following is likely to happen as a result of her use of this technique? --- It will help her tune out the world, temporarily removing sources of stress.

An individual with a Type C personality is characterized by --- having difficulty expressing emotions.

Approximately _25%_____ of Americans use food as a coping device against stress.

The way in which an individual responds to stress is influenced by -----personality, past experiences, biological predispositions, All of these influence the way an individual responds to stress.

Which one of the following statements is TRUE of progressive relaxation? --- It requires no willpower or imagination.

New technologies can ----save time, increase stress, reduce stress, have all of the above effects

Behavioral responses to stressors are controlled by which division of the nervous system? --- somatic

In terms of time-management strategies, which one of the following is NOT considered helpful to improving your efficiency at completing tasks? --- memorizing your goals

According to the American Psychological Association, which percent of adult Americans suffer from stress-related health problems? --- between 40 and 50 percent

The long-term wear and tear of the stress response has been termed --- the allostatic load.

Which of the following body reactions is characteristic of the stress response? ---- Your heart rate increases.

Which of the following is INCORRECT? --- Being a little nervous before an exam will lower your performance.

The parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system --- aids in digestion and promoting growth.

Laughter does all of the following EXCEPT ---- lower blood pressure.

An example of a resilient person would be ----a low-income student graduating from college.

Long-term overexposure to stress hormones ---has been linked to health problems.

All of the following are TRUE regarding the fight-or-flight response, EXCEPT that --- it is a relatively new human adaptation.

Which of the following statements is NOT true of a high allostatic load? ----It is linked with physical wellness.

Americans rated _work_____ as their number one source of stress.

Homeostasis --- is a state of stability in an individual's functions.

Which of the following stress management techniques emphasizes the use of breathing, stretching, and balance? ----hatha yoga

Which of the following nervous systems manages John's moves as he participates in a spinning exercise class? ----somatic

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT? ----Acute stress and chronic stress similarly affect the immune system.

Tom is very anxious about an upcoming exam. He has no appetite, is easily distracted, and has a headache. In which stage of GAS is Tom? --- alarm

Which one of the following statements is FALSE? ----Imagery is a cognitive technique designed to change typical patterns of thinking.

Eustress ---is stress triggered by something pleasant.

The personality type associated with relaxation and contemplation is ---Type B

Which of the following is a hormone involved in the regulation of mood and social interaction? --- oxytocin

Which one of the following is a cognitive technique for stress management? ---thinking constructively

Which one of the following is NOT a cognitive technique for stress management? ---using imagery

Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding exercise and its ability to help manage stress? --- Three 45-minute walks per week can increase your sense of wellness.

GAS is an acronym for ----general adaptation syndrome.

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding exercise and its ability to help manage stress? -----Exercise reduces energy levels.

All of these are considered counterproductive coping strategies EXCEPT ---multivitamin use.

Which of the following systems are responsible for your body's physical response to stressors? ---------nervous and endocrine

The sum of cognitive, behavioral, and emotional tendencies refers to one's --- personality

Which one of the following has been linked to a high allostatic load? - --obesity, hypertension,

reduced immune function, All of these choices are correct.

A person who suppresses anger and feels hopeless has characteristics of which personality type? --- Type C

Unrealistic expectations are a type of _internal_____ stressor.

Which statement about people with hardy personalities is FALSE? --- They tend to believe their lives are controlled by outside factors.

The fight-or-flight reaction occurs during which stage of GAS? ---alarm

The somatic nervous system manages ----conscious actions.

All of the following occur in non-REM sleep, EXCEPT ----the occurrence of dreams.

During the stress response, which of the following changes occurs throughout the body as a result of the release of epinephrine? ----Your hearing and vision become more acute.,Your heart and breathing rates increase.,Your liver releases more sugar into the blood.,All of the choices are correct.

Peak concentrations of the levels of stress hormones in the bloodstream occur ---during the final stages of sleep.

Mohammed just received an F on his term paper. Which type of stress is he likely to experience? --- distress