HEP 3400 EXAM 1 Study Guide
"Future Shock" is best defined as: -stress that comes as a surprise -fear of the unknown -pronounced unanticipated stress -rapid societal change
-rapid societal change
People on cell phones show a driving impairment measurable of: -negligible difference -0.08 blood alcohol level -0.05 THC of marijuana -It is impossible to measure.
0.08 blood alcohol level
Approximately this many gallons of water are used to produce a 1-lb. hamburger. -1511 -1757 -1994 -2500
2500
When released, this substance is instrumental in returning the body to homeostasis. Cortisol Serotonin Norepinephrine Acetylcholine Dopamine
Acetylcholine
The ACTH axis begins in which endocrine gland? Pineal Pituitary Anterior hypothalamus Posterior hypothalamus Anterior pituitary
Anterior hypothalamus
According to experts, this is perhaps the most crucial factor for the success of mental imagery regarding internal body images. -Using "white light" -Using the majority of the body's senses -Belief in the image -Repeated practice
Belief in the image
This substance is released as an immediate response to stress. Epinephrine Thyroxine Acetylcholine Cortisol
Epinephrine
The effects of the thyroxine axis can be observed in a few days. True False
False
The threshold of 40 emails is now labeled as email stress. True False
False
This stressor would be classified as a bioecological influence. Poor diet Pessimism Inadequate sunlight Massive urban sprawl
Inadequate sunlight
This is an example of breathing by alternating the air through each nostril. Cycle breathing Breathing clouds Energy breathing Nadi Shodhanam
Nadi Shodhanam
This term(s) explains the brain's ability to create new cell tissue and repair itself well into adulthood. Cranial genesis Antsyness Allostasis Neuroplasticity All of the above
Neuroplasticity
Experts suggest that most stressors fall in this category. -Social influences -Socioecological influences -Bioecological influences -Psychointerpersonal influences
Psychointerpersonal influences
Fight or Flight response and sequence
Stage 1: Stimuli from senses are sent to the brain. Stage 2: The brain deciphers stimuli to be either threat or non-threat. If it is a threat, the brain activates the nervous and endocrine systems to prepare for defense or escape. Stage 3: The body stays aroused/activated/keyed-up until threat is over Stage 4: The body returns to homeostasis once the threat is gone.
The term "shallow effect" is related to this concept: -The lack of water in underground aquifers -The dumbing down of Americans from Internet exposure -One's "water footprint" in relationship to one's carbon footprint -Poor scores on standardized academic tests
The dumbing down of Americans from Internet exposure
The adrenal gland rests on top of this organ. The liver The thyroid The pancreas The kidneys The Pituitary
The kidneys
Which of the following is cortisol not responsible for? The release of insulin The mobilization of free fatty acids The initiation of gluconeogenesis The degradation of white blood cells
The release of insulin
One who suffers from insomnia would fall into one of these three categories. -Transient, intermittent, or chronic -Acute, intermittent, or recurring -Infrequent, frequent, or chronic -Occasional, frequent, or perpetual
Transient, intermittent, or chronic
In his stress theory, Richard Lazarus says that "daily hassles" cause stress. Which is a cause of hassles according to Lazarus? -Poor emotional control -Unmet expectations -Interactions with idiots -High-paced (24/7) society
Unmet expectations
Which of the following life events did NOT rank as highly stressful life changes in a study done by Holmes and Raye Change in residence Vacations Weddings Death of a spouse
change in residence
"Cognitive Surplus" is a term that best explains: -a very intelligent college student -the collective intelligence of humanity -Navy Seal soldiers in Afghanistan -digital consciousness with online media
digital consciousness with online media
A paradigm shift means adopting Eastern philosophies in the Western culture and society. True False
false
Brain tissue is not able to adapt to the host of cognitive challenges and stimuli. True False
false
Neuroplasticity refers to the body's ability to create new nerve cells closest to the skin. True False
false
It is suggested that attitudes and behaviors about race and gender begin in: -preschool -grade school -middle school -high school
grade school
Meditation can best be described as: -a way to control polyphasia. -increased concentration that leads to increased awareness. -sensory deprivation. -a prayerful attitude, which leads one to one's higher self.
increased concentration that leads to increased awareness.
Stress' effects on and in relation to illness and disease
increases likelihood
Listening to ocean waves to meditate would be considered a: nadam. mantra. meru. tratak.
nadam.
What nervous systems are responsible for these responses
nervous and endocrine
This non-inert substance in plastic is associated with problematic changes in one's hormonal balance. -polypropylene -Styrofoam -PCBs -phthalates
phthalates
Epinephrine is: thought to deplete lymphocytes. considered to be the anger hormone. released five times as often as norepinephrine. released by the adrenal cortex. released 40 times more than ACTH.
released five times as often as norepinephrine
"Allostatic load" is a term that refers to: stress the amygdala response emotional coping adrenal failure None of the above
stress
Conceptually speaking, the model of holistic wellness paradigm is similar to the model of energy layers that comprise the human energy field. True False
true
Experts agree that physiological stress can best be defined as the "rate of wear and tear on the body." True False
true
Mindfulness meditation has been shown to be effective for people suffering from chronic pain. True False
true
The dualism of mind and body, which has so strongly influenced Western medicine, was conceived and advocated by Rene Descartes and by association, advocated by Isaac Newton. True False
true
The word health really means "to be whole." True False
true
Water and the lack thereof is suggested to become a significant social stressor in the months and years to come. True False
true