Chapters 1-4

Which of the following is TRUE about domestic violence?

Homicide by a current or former intimate partner is the leading cause of death among pregnant women in the United States.

Which behavior change model involves six distinct stages and is also known as the stages of change model?

Transtheoretical model

A rape in which the victim knows the attacker is

acquaintance rape

A person who experiences persistent and sometimes extreme emotional states is suffering from a(n)

chronic mood disorder

Alicia has been experiencing persistent sadness, despair, and hopelessness. She is displaying symptoms of

chronic mood disorder

Prayer is a way to

communicate with a transcendent presence or higher power.

When we are forced to choose between two or more competing desires, motives, behaviors, or impulses, which process is occurring?

conflict

Which spiritual practice is Maria engaging in when she takes some quiet time to think about the ethical issues involved in human trafficking?

contemplation

Before taking her biology final, Jessie experienced abdominal pain and nausea, but these symptoms weren't caused by a gastrointestinal virus. Stress could contribute to these symptoms by

decreasing blood flow to her digestive organs

All of the following actions can help protect against identity theft EXCEPT

don't get a smart card.

As part of the stress response, the hormone that stimulates the body to prepare for action is

epinephrine.

The primary hormone responsible for physiological stress responses such as increased heart and breathing rates is

epinephrine.

After Julia discovers that her spouse is cheating on her, she confronts him and after days of arguments, he moves out. By the end of the week, all she can do is cry herself to sleep. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?

exhaustion

A person who has good coping skills and effectively manages their stress can completely eliminate distress from their life.

false

Substance abuse decreases the risk of both homicide and suicide.

false

A bias-motivated crime is

hate crime

Educational, organizational, procedural, and environmental support aimed at helping a given population change health-related behaviors is

health promotion.

A sedentary lifestyle, overuse of caffeine, and risky sexual practices are examples of

modifiable determinants of health.

An acute anxiety attack that brings on intense physical symptoms is a(n)

panic attack

To successfully change a behavior, a person must recognize that change is a(n)

process that occurs in stages.

A term used to encompass mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health is

psychological

The three facets of human spirituality are

relationships, values, and purpose in life.

Warning signs of suicide include all of the following EXCEPT

renewed sexual interest

Actions that increase one's susceptibility to negative health outcomes are which type of behaviors?

risk

If a friend confided that he or she was forced to have sex and did not consent, this is an example of

sexual assault

In many cultures, breath, or the force that animates life, is synonymous with

spirit

A sense of being overwhelmed by perceived obligations to stay connected online is

technostress

A budget is a helpful way to pace spending over time.

true

Dysthymic disorder is a mild form of chronic depression that may be exhibited by a lack of energy, a short temper, and a general sense of pessimism.

true

Hate crimes sometimes occur because the perpetrator is retaliating for a perceived insult, unfairness, or slight.

true

Stress can have a positive physical impact.

true

Psychologically healthy people take time to enjoy and appreciate their surroundings.

true.

A credit card is a(n)

unsecured loan.

Based on statistics about campus violence, female students who are victims of rape

usually know the perpetrator

A person who experiences flashbacks after a violent mugging is suffering from

Post traumatic stress disorder

Which of the following is TRUE about ethnoviolence and hate crimes?

Prejudice and discrimination are always at the base of hate crimes and ethnoviolence

A trait or behavior that a person can actively control, such as eating habits, is a

modifiable determinant

A type of mental illness that involves inflexible patterns of thought and in many cases, inappropriate behavior is a(n)

personality disorder

The gland that secretes ACTH is the

pituitary

A person's sense of self-respect or self-worth is referred to as

self esteem

Nancy practices the hatha style of a form of mind/body training, which emphasizes flexibility and deep breathing. Which type of practice is she engaged in?

yoga

Of the following, which factor is NOT a risk for gang involvement?

Academic achievement

Which phase of the cycle of violence includes physical acts intended to inflict pain?

Acute battering

Which of the following is a useful strategy to prevent explosive anger?

Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others.

Healthy life expectancy is another term for life span.

False.

The wellness continuum ranges from a low point of beginning to experience some type of symptom to a high point of optimal health and well-being. Select one:

False.

Health promotion

includes policies, programs, and financial support for initiatives that promote health.

Why is a low credit score a problem?

it makes it harder to borrow.

Why might a person's first credit card have a high APR?

lack of credit history

The number of years a person is anticipated to live based on conditions at their time of birth is

life expectancy