Health Ch 1-4

__ is defined as a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being

Health

which of the following anxiety disorders is treated with a process called systematic desensitization?

phobia

a relationship that doesn't promote healthy communication, honesty, and intimacy and in which either person to made to feel worthless or incompetent is termed

dysfunctional

which of the following terms refers to unwittingly contributing to a persons addictive or abusive behavior

enabling

which of the following factors that influence health behaviors include skills, resources, accessible facilities, and physical and mental capacities?

enabling factors

the best way an individual can deal with procrastination is by

figuring out why he doesn't want to tackle the required task

which of the following techniques will help a student with time management?

providing small incentives at regular intervals

a ___ is defined as a clinically significant behavioral or psychological syndrome or pattern that is associated with present distress or disability or with a significantly increased risk of suffering death, pain, disability, or an important loss of freedom

mental disorder

which of the following statements is true of the mind-body connection

mental disorders can undermine physical well-being

___ is a form of microaggression that involves verbal and nonverbal comminications that subtly convey rudeness and insensitivity and demean a persons racial heritage or identity?

microinsults

which of the following characteristics symptom of bipolar disorder?

mood swings

which of the following is a symptom of burnout?

nightmares

which of the following strategies will benefit students with ADHD?

record lectures rather than taking notes

according to national institute of mental health, _____ is characterized by abnormalities in brain structure and chemistry, destroys the inner unity of the mind, and weakens the will and drive that constitute our essential character

schizophrenia

treating yourself with kindness usually reserved for others is a feature of

self-compassion

which of the following is a factor that enables individuals to thrive in the face or adversity?

self-efficacy

sexting involves

sending sexual text message or photos by cell phone

the process by which friends, friends of friends, acquaintances, and others in our social circle influence our behavior and our health both positively and negatively is termed...

social contagion

which of the following statement is true of people who engage in hookups?

they believe it is a reflection of sexual freedom

which of the following is true of PTSD

without recognition and treatment, PTSD can last decades, with symptoms intensifying during periods of stress

according to the centers for disease control and prevention, which of the following statements is true of sleep-related problems among americans?

women are more likely than men to report not getting enough sleep

which of the following observations is true of gender differences in depression?

women are more sensitive to changes in light and temperature than men

____ describes our ability to perceive reality as it is, to respond to its challenges, and to develop rational strategies for living.

Mental Health

which of the following may result from exposure to a traumatic event?

acute stress disorder

____produce a flight-or-fight response and prompt the immune system to ready itself for the possibility of infections resulting from bites, punctures, or other wounds

acute time-limited stressors

according to hans selyes general adaptation syndrome, which of the following is the first state of nonspecific physiological response to stress?

alarm

which of the following therapies focuses on modifying inappropraite or inaccurate thoughts or beliefs to help individuals break out of a distorted, maladaptive way of thinking?

cognitive-behavioral therapy

in the trans-theoretical model, which of the following processes of change involves acknowledging first privately then publicity that you are responsible for your behavior and are the only one who can change it?

commitment

according to robert sternbergs psychological view, which of the following types of love is a deep emotional bond in a relationship that may have had romantic components?

companionate love

which of the following uses online sites, forums, and social media to harass victims and tries to damage their reputation or turn others against them?

cyberstalking

which of the following mental disorders is most common among those who commit suicide?

depression

the most widely publicized dietary supplement for relieving insomnia contains

melatonin

which of the following factors that influence health behavior include knowledge, attitudes, beliefs, values, and perceptions?

predisposing factors

____takes into account the role of early experiences and unconscious influences in actively shaping behavior.

psychodynamic psychotherapy

dunbars numbers limits the online and offline meaningful relationships maintained by most people to

150

Which of the following statements is true of the health differences between men and women?

Women are more likely to suffer from depression than men

who among the following is most likely to be stressed in a college or university?

a single mother

which of the following approaches to practicing positive psychology requires a person to expect positive experiences from life?

becoming optomistic

which of the following statements is true of american families

in African american families, traditional gender roles are reversed

blended families are families__

in which one or both of the partners bring children from a previous union

____ is a state of closeness between two people, characterized by the desire and ability to share ones more innermost thoughts and feelings with each other either verbally or nonverbally

intimacy

Which of the following statements is true of the psychological health of a person?

it encompasses the emotional and mental health of a person

which of the following statements is true about the health belief model?

it focuses on attitudes of individuals that influence health behaviors

which of the following statements is true of social health?

it involves developing interpersonal relationships

which of the following is true of helpers high

it is a surge of well-being

which of the following best describes eustress?

it is the positive stress in our lives that challenges us to grow, adapt, and find creative solutions in our lives

which of the following statements is true of marriages and divorces among americans?

married people have lower rates or coronary disease and cancer

which of the following statements is true about the health and habits of Americans, according to the latest findings from the centers for disease control and prevention?

two-thirds of the population are either over-weight or obese

which of the following observations is true of suicide?

women attempt suicide more often than men

which of the following statements is true regarding the gender differences in comminication?

women speak more in proviate, usually to build etter connections with others

____refers to the ability to learn from life experience and the capacity to question and evaluate information.

Intellectual Health

which of the following are ongoing demands caused by life-changing circumstances.

chronic stressors

which of the following traits is essential to communicating clearly?

being assertive

a friends-with-benefits relationship is a relationship

between friends that include sexual intimacy

which of the following relaxation techniques involves an electronic monitoring device attached to the body that detects a change in an internal function and communicates it back to the person through a tone, light, or meter?

biofeedback

which of the following is the first state of a relationship

blending

a state of physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion brought on by constant or repeated emotional pressure is termed___

burnout

what is the first step in the process of values clarification

carefully consider the consequences of each choice

which of the following statements is true about the impact of unhealthy choices on young Americans?

obese children often grow into obese adults, with risks of diabetes and cardiovascular disease

which of the following is produced by the pituitary gland as a response to stress and is also called the "cuddle chemical"

oxytocin

which of the following statements is true of the relationship between spirituality and physical health

spirituality can enhance physical health

which of the following statements is true of stress and gastrointestinal system?

stress can constrict blood vessels in the digestive tract

which of the following statements is true about risky behaviors amount college students

three-fourths of the deaths in the 15-24 year age are men