Module 12: Textbook reading quiz

________ is a stress-reduction technique whereby electronic equipment measuring a person's involuntary (neuromuscular and autonomic) activity helps him gain a level of voluntary control over these processes.

Biofeedback

Which of the following is a negative effect of extended cortisol release caused by chronic or prolonged stress?

The immune system is weakened

What should be changed to make the following statement true? In the general adaptation syndrome, the fight-or-flight reaction describes the body's immediate reaction upon facing a threatening situation or emergency.

The phrase "fight-or-flight" should be changed to the word "alarm."

Dr. Frobish possesses a ________ behavior pattern because she is an intensively driven workaholic, preoccupied with deadlines, and always seems to be in a rush.

Type A

The concept of perceived control refers to ________.

beliefs about the capacity to influence and shape outcomes in our lives

Lamont cares for his aging father, who suffers from dementia. This is an example of a(n) ________ stressor.

chronic

A ________ psychologist might investigate why people continue to smoke or eat high fat and processed food despite knowing the potential adverse health implications of such behaviors.

health

Brizan has just lost his job. He is proactive in trying to resolve this source of stress: He immediately uses the Internet to look up other jobs in his field and plans to eliminate non-essentials from his budget to make his savings last longer. Which type of coping approach is Brizan using?

problem focused

Advice, guidance, encouragement, acceptance, emotional comfort, and financial help are all examples of ________.

social support

A demanding or threatening event is often called a(n) ________.

stressor