HEP 3400 EXAM 1 Study Guide

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"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


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