PBHL 1103 midterm
stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses. these are most closely associated risk for
cardiovascular disease
Stimulants act by increasing the activity of the
central nervous system
According to Sternberg's triangular theory of love, which type of love combines commitment and intimacy?
companionate
warning signs of suicide include all the following except
compulsion to repeatedly perform ritual
California's "yes means yes" law requires that
consent to engage in sexual activity include an affirmative, conscious, and voluntary agreement
when marlon gets adequate sleep the night before his intramural basketball games, he has more energy and can run faster and perform better. this can be attributed to
conservation of body energy during sleep
going out for dinner at your favorite restaurant as a reward for finishing a big project is an example of a
consumable reinforcer
Peter recently ended a relationship when he found out his partner was cheating on him. This probably caused
distress
Using a drug for a purpose for which it was not intended is known as
drug misuse
in a relationship, commitment means that
each partner intends to act over time in a way that perpetuates the well-being of the other
the implantation of a fertilized egg outside the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube, is called
ectopic pregnancy
Emily and Rosa are close friends who are able to share their feelings freely, providing support and reassurance. This example demonstrates their
emotional availability
a cause of infertility in which uterine tissue is implanted outside the uterus and blocks the fallopian tubes is
endometriosis
carol believes that she sleeps reasonably well at night, yet she feels chronically sluggish and frequently nods off during class. carol is most likely experiencing
excessive daytime sleepiness
which of the following was a major contributor to the 626 boating fatalities that occurred in 2015?
failure to wear a personal flotation device
The new etiquette of relationships established under social media has made it perfectly acceptable to break up with someone online.
false
a disable person can never achieve the highest level of wellness
false
according to a recent survey, health concerns are the number-one stressor reported by americans
false
the majority of nighttime sleep is spent in REM sleep
false
the media are to blame for the perpetuation of violence in our society
false
the sponge is inconvenient because it requires a trip to the doctor for fitting
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 (T/F)
false
effective health promotion programs
focus on encouraging behaviors known to support good health
howard is 88 years old and in excellent health. all his life, he has thrived on just 5 hours of sleep a night. the most likely explanation for howard's good health despite his lifelong short sleep habit is that he
has a genetic variant affecting his cardiac rhythm
according to the transtheoretical model, a person in the precontemplation stage
has no current intention to change or believes there is no need to change
your roommate just ate the last of your trail mix without asking? which type of stressor is this?
hassle
breast-fed infants
have a decreased incidence of illness
education and policies aimed at reducing distracted driving with a given population exemplify
health promotion
which of the following is TRUE about persistent depressive disorder?
it is a mild but chronic form of depression
which of the following is TRUE with respect to ADD/ADHD?
it tends to disrupt relationships
Beth works part time as a waitress and receives no health insurance benefits from her employer. She purchased insurance under the Affordable Care Act, but the policy has a $5,000 annual deductible. Beth is
likely to delay care that she needs
because it increases one's susceptibility to negative health outcomes, alcohol abuse is an example of which type of behavior?
risk
the best way for Marlon (cholesterol) to stay motivated to improve his diet and work out regularly is to
set reasonable short-term and long-term goals and reward himself for meeting them
changing your seat in class to one closer to the front to help change your habit of napping during the lecture is an example of
situational inducement
when you feel groggy and disoriented after a long nap, you are experiencing
sleep inertia
which of the following forms of stress management originated as a form of self-defense?
tai chi
which phase of the cycle of violence is typically characterized by anger, abusive language, and psychological aggression?
tension building
spiritually healthy people believe
that they are part of something larger than the purely physical or personal dimensions of existence
what is social capital?
the collective value of all of the people in your social network and the likelihood of them providing social support
a personality trait characterized by control, commitment, and willingness to embrace new challenges is known as psychological hardiness
true
a synergistic drug interaction can be dangerous or even deadly
true
aggression is more likely to occur during times of acute stress
true
cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia can help people having trouble falling asleep
true
there is a strong association between abuse of pets and abuse of family members
true
when trying to drive less aggressively, bekka, observed her family and friends' more careful driving, reflected on what she observed, and changed her driving accordingly. this is an example of the social cognitive model of behavior change (T/F)
true
which US supreme court decision in 1973 gave women the legal right to an abortion?
Roe v Wade
a disease that begins slowly, progresses over a period of time, and may resist treatment
chronic disease
a relationship is only intimate if sex is involved
false
the correct term for the uterus in a pregnant woman in the placenta
false
during NREM sleep, body temp and energy use drop
true
falls are the most common cause of
TBI
The term social health is often used interchangeably with mental health.
false
no valid research exists on the effects of massage therapy on mental health
false
the most common cause of female infertility in the US is
polycystic ovary syndrome
a person who experiences flashbacks after violent mugging might be 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 rise in a woman's basal body temperature signals
that ovulation has occurred
which of the following is TRUE about being single in the US?
the number of adults electing to remain single is increasing
Withdrawal and tolerance are key aspects of addiction.
true
having unprotected sex is considered a
risk behavior
which diagnostic procedure is a maternal blood test that can detect the potential for a birth defect or genetic abnormality?
triple marker screen
a characteristic of addiction is loss of control, which typically leads directly to negative consequences
true
actions you take to wash your sheets, clear clutter from your bedroom, and otherwise clean your sleeping area are collectively known as sleep hygiene
true
any one dimension of psychological health can affect the others
true
being able to perform activities of daily living is an aspect of physical health (T/F)
true
cardiovascular disease has been identified as a health consequence of chronic stress
true
challenges to successful gay and lesbian relationships often include discrimination
true
children raised in dysfunctional families who have experienced violence or abuse may have have a harder time adjusting to life and run an increased risk of psychological problems
true
contraceptive implants are more effective at preventing pregnancy that oral contraceptives
true
current research suggests that being happy or unhappy has no direct effect on mortality
true
cutting or self-mutilation can be a sign of borderline personality disorder, PTSD, depression, or an anxiety disorder
true
defense mechanisms are strategies we use to distort our present reality in order to avoid anxiety
true
emergency contraceptive pills have been used by almost 10% of sexually active college students or their partners
true
exercise addicts turn to exercise in an attempt to meet their needs for nurturance, self esteem, etc
true
for a low-income individual without dental insurance, cost can be perceived barrier to obtaining necessary dental care (T/F)
true
getting enough sleep may reduce a person's susceptibility to colds
true
health-related quality of life describes the impact of an individual's health on his or her daily functioning (T/F)
true
intimacy is unlikely in relationships lacking self-disclosure
true
jane stayed up all night taking care of her sick child. she will need more sleep than average the next few nights to make up for the hours of sleep lost
true
laughter may increase endorphin levels
true
medical abortion performed early in the pregnancy is over 99% effective
true
one of the goals of the healthy people 202 public health initiative is to create social and physical environments that promote health
true
our personalities can be altered through behavior change (T/F)
true
overseas adoptions could cost $20,000 or more
true
psychoneuroimmunology is the scientific study of the interrelationships of mind and body on the immune system
true
short duration sleep lowers a person's risk for cardiovascular disease
true
sleep deficiencies have been linked to seven of the fifteen leading causes of death in the US
true
social factors, biology, and genetics, individual behavior, health services, and policymaking all combine to determine a person's health status (T/F)
true
social isolation increases the risks for several factors associated with heart disease and cancer
true
some intrauterine contraceptives release small amounts of hormones
true
some research suggests that evolution and genetics both contribute to romantic reactions
true
some scientists believe that REM sleep enhances memorization and learning
true
stress is though to be related to an increased risk for type 2 diabetes
true
studies associate mindfulness with pain relief
true
the Lamaze method is the most popular method of childbirth preparation in the US
true
the most common cause of a hip fractures is falling
true
the need for intimacy means the need for someone with whom we can share our feelings freely
true
the three phases of the general adaption syndrome are: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion
true
woman are more likely than men to "tend and befriend" in reponse to stress
true
women who are ill are at greater than average risk of marital rape
true
which of the following is TRUE about communication patterns between men and women?
women tend to be more expressive
Which form of hormonal birth control works transdermally?
xulane
which factor would reduce the likelihood of your choosing a particular person as a partner?
your beliefs, attitudes, and values are slightly different
when acute stress bombards your brain with stress chemicals,
your memory may be impaired
fertility awareness methods of birth control include all of the of the following except
abstinence
rape that involves a stranger is classified as
aggravated rape
which of the following statements is FALSE concerning emotional health?
an emotionally healthy person keeps feelings inside to avoid burdening others
Rico and Chris are close friends and classmates. Each day they are an important influence on each other's actions. This example BEST demonstrates their
behavioral independence
an appraisal of the relationship between an object, action, or idea and some attribute related to it is a
belief
justin often engages in binge drinking on the weekends. this behavior puts him as risk for a dangerous sleep disorder in which the brain and the respiratory muscles do not communicate properly. what is this?
central sleep apnea
a treatment for depression that involves correcting consistently pessimistic or faulty thought patterns is
cognitive therapy
during pregnancy, a woman could increase her folic acid intake by eating
dark leafy greens, citrus, and beans
successful community strategies for preventing violence include all of the following except
discouraging family planning programs
All spermicides are effective in preventing sexually transmitted infections.
false
Brenda believes in ghosts. when her friend told her about an investigation showing that a supposed haunting of a local theatre was due to natural phenomena, Brenda tuned out. Brenda was engaging in passive listening
false
One in four new mothers experience postpartum depression.
false
The majority of nighttime sleep is spent in REM sleep.
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. (T/F)
false
atheists cannot effectively practice mindfulness (T/F)
false
behavioral therapy focuses on changing a person's habitual attitudes to become more positive and productive
false
child sexual abuse decreases the risk of both homicide and suicide
false
emotional health is the same as intellectual health (T/F)
false
excessive drug and alcohol consumption and poor sleep habits are the primary modifiable determinants related to chronic diseases
false
excessive drug and alcohol consumption and poor sleep habits are the primary modifiable determinants related to chronic diseases (T/F)
false
experts advise that, if you are approached by a potential assailant, you should not make eye contact
false
healthy life expectancy is another term for life span
false
if your state does not mandate bike or motorcycle helmets, you do not need to bother wearing them to prevent injuries
false
jet lag occurs because travelers take frequent naps while flying
false
most adults need only 5-6 hours of sleep per night, provided it is high quality sleep
false
most research into birth control methods are focused on men
false
most research into birth control methods is focused on men
false
multitasking is an effective time-management strategy
false
naps are most effective for improving alertness if they are longer than 30 minutes
false
one advantage of the female condom is that it can be used multiple times
false
outercourse is 100% effective against STIs
false
people with bipolar disorder display a limited range of emotions
false
psychoneuroimmunology studies the effects of disease on emotional health (T/F)
false
restless leg syndrome is an extremely rare disorder, affecting less than 0.5% of the US population
false
serial monogamy means that partners have sexual involvement outside their primary relationship
false
sterilization has become the leading method of contraception for women of all ages
false
the US Public Health Service categorizes injuries resulting from violence as either intentional or accidental
false
the US divorce rate has increased over the past several decades
false
the acronym SMART stands for serious, measurable, adaptable, realistic, and time-oriented (T/F)
false
the development of self-esteem is an important part of intellectual health (T/F)
false
in face-to-face conversations,
men frown more often than women, and women smile more often than men.
a sedentary lifestyle, overuse of caffeine, and risky sexual practices are examples of
modifiable determinants of health
compared to monica, mariah is likely to experience
more upper respiratory ilness
the restful, restorative period of sleep
non-REM sleep
which of the following is not an example of a barrier method of birth control?
oral contraceptives
stress caused by not being able to accomplish all tasks and obligations in the time available is known as
overload
an adolescent smoker may think lung cancer only happens to old people, which factor of the health belief model is this?
perceived susceptibility
a type of mental illness that involves inflexible patterns of thought that in many cases lead to socially distressing behavior is a
personality disorder
Among American adults, the second most commonly abused type of drug, after marijuana, is
prescription drugs
James lost his job and was not able to make his rent. His frustration built up to the point that he initiated a physical fight with a friend. James is displaying
reactive aggression
the part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress
hypothalamus
the surgical procedure that involves removal of the uterus is a
hysterectomy
research has shown that laughter results in all the following EXCEPT
increased risk of heart disease
exercise reduces stress primarily by
increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones
determinants of health are a range of factors in a person's life that
influence his or her health status
any form of unwanted sexual conduct is
sexual harassment
Bernard is a strong swimmer, so it's fine for him to
swim parallel to shore in a rip current
which of the following statements about marital status in the US is true?
the percentage of males who have never been married is higher than that of females
a dysfuntional family is defined as a family in which
there is violence (physical, emotional, or sexual abuse; significant discord, or other negative family interactions)
which of the following is TRUE about panic attacks?
they can lead to social isolation
