Chapter 2 The Basics Of Health
Which of the following is TRUE with respect to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?
ADHD makes it more difficult to relate to others.
Which of the following represents the primary difference between emotional health and mental health?
Emotional health deals with feelings rather than thought processes.
Which of the following is TRUE of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
Failure to meet a lower-level need will interfere with fulfilling higher-level needs.
Behavioral therapy focuses on changing a person's habitual attitudes to become more positive and productive.
False
Psychoneuroimmunology studies the effects of disease on emotional health.
False
Studies have found no evidence of a genetic basis for happiness.
False
The term social health is often used interchangeably with mental health.
False
Which of the following is TRUE about laughter?
It reduces levels of stress hormones.
Which of the following statements about schizophrenia is TRUE?
Schizophrenia is a biological disease of the brain.
According to the PERMA model, which of the following strategies is most likely to enhance your well-being?
Set realistic goals and pursue them with effort.
Which of the following is TRUE about major depression?
Symptoms include fatigue and difficulty concentrating.
Which of the following is TRUE about panic attacks?
They can lead to social isolation.
A majority of U.S. adults with mental illness receive no mental health services.
True
A person who is content with life, usually feels good, and has an uplifting sense of inner peace is experiencing subjective well-being.
True
Any one dimension of psychological health can affect the others.
True
Changes in biochemistry due to drug abuse can trigger mental disturbances.
True
Cutting or self-mutilation can be a sign of borderline personality disorder.
True
Happiness derived from helping your grandmother learn to use her new iPad can boost your health more than happiness derived from watching your favorite TV show.
True
Keeping in touch with your best friend from high school is one way of enhancing your social health.
True
People with major depression experience physical effects such as sleep disturbance as well as persistent sadness and despair.
True
Psychologically healthy people take time to enjoy and appreciate their surroundings.
True
Some physical conditions, such as thyroid disorders and anemia, can cause depression-like symptoms.
True
Alicia has been experiencing persistent sadness, despair, and hopelessness. She is displaying symptoms of
a chronic mood disorder.
Which of the following living environments would likely increase your chances of suffering from seasonal affective disorder (SAD)?
a northern state that experiences long winter nights
Marcella has a persistent fear of social situations; she is suffering from
a phobia.
Being flexible in making plans with friends demonstrates
agreeableness
You can expect a therapist to
ask you about your history and various aspects of your life.
Suicide prevention techniques include
asking directly if the person intends to hurt himself or herself.
Melody has been experiencing severe mood swings, feeling highly energized for a period and then experiencing extreme depression. These symptoms are most closely associated with
bipolar disorder.
Research suggests that anxiety disorders
can develop as a learned response to a recurrent stress-inducing situation.
A treatment for depression that involves correcting consistently pessimistic or faulty thought patterns is
cognitive therapy.
Together, self-awareness, self-management, internal motivation, empathy, and social skills are MOST closely associated with
emotional intelligence.
The personality trait that involves the ability to adapt to a social situation and demonstrate assertiveness is known as
extroversion.
Celia spends a good deal of her time worrying, feels on edge, is easily fatigued, and often has difficulty concentrating, which is affecting her grades. Her symptoms may characterize
generalized anxiety disorder.
Which of the following situations would be likely to boost your self-esteem?
keeping in contact with old friends and family members
Sharon has lost two jobs in the past year. She blames her coworkers, who she says didn't like her. She claims that they were purposely trying to sabotage her and that she did absolutely nothing wrong. From her behavior, it is likely that Sharon has developed
learned helplessness.
At the end of each day, Anne writes down five positive affirmations about herself to block out any negative thoughts. Anne is demonstrating
learned optimism.
A mentally healthy student who gets a bad grade on an exam would respond by
learning from the situation and improving study habits.
After breaking up with his girlfriend, Lucas has been unable to move on. He is afraid of rejection and doesn't think that women find him attractive. He is probably suffering from
low self-esteem.
Keisha has a negative attitude about life and puts herself down all the time. Keisha is displaying
low self-esteem.
Evan washes his hands more than 50 times a day because of an ongoing fixation on germs; he is most likely suffering from
obsessive-compulsive disorder.
An acute anxiety attack that brings on intense physical symptoms is a(n)
panic attack.
A type of mental illness that involves inflexible patterns of thought that, in many cases, lead to inappropriate behavior is a(n)
personality disorder.
Paulo cannot recall a time when he did not feel terrified of spiders. He could be experiencing a(n)
phobia
Jake is being treated for depression by a medical doctor who provides talk therapy and has also prescribed medication for his condition. Which type of mental health professional is Jake seeing?
psychiatrist
Most commonly, a person diagnosed with social anxiety disorder has a fear of
public events and gatherings.
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is associated with
reduced exposure to sunlight.
A psychologically healthy person is
resilient
According to Maslow's hierarchy, individuals who have satisfied their basic needs and have attained their full potential are
self-actualized.
Jose's belief that he can successfully pass his biology midterm is an example of
self-efficacy.
Interpersonal therapy focuses on
social roles and relationships
Lisa has a strong sense of purpose and meaning to her life. Lisa is demonstrating
spiritual health.
Marie's parents have given her money for a down payment on a new car; they are providing her with
tangible support.
Spiritually healthy people believe
that they are part of a something larger than the purely physical dimension of existence.
A dysfunctional family is defined as a family in which
there is violence; physical, emotional, or sexual abuse; significant discord; or other negative family interactions.
Psychological health encompasses
thoughts, feelings, interactions with others, and spirituality.