Chapter 2 The Basics Of Health

Which of the following is TRUE with respect to attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)?

ADHD makes it more difficult to relate to others.

Which of the following represents the primary difference between emotional health and mental health?

Emotional health deals with feelings rather than thought processes.

Which of the following is TRUE of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

Failure to meet a lower-level need will interfere with fulfilling higher-level needs.

Behavioral therapy focuses on changing a person's habitual attitudes to become more positive and productive.

False

Psychoneuroimmunology studies the effects of disease on emotional health.

False

Studies have found no evidence of a genetic basis for happiness.

False

The term social health is often used interchangeably with mental health.

False

Which of the following is TRUE about laughter?

It reduces levels of stress hormones.

Which of the following statements about schizophrenia is TRUE?

Schizophrenia is a biological disease of the brain.

According to the PERMA model, which of the following strategies is most likely to enhance your well-being?

Set realistic goals and pursue them with effort.

Which of the following is TRUE about major depression?

Symptoms include fatigue and difficulty concentrating.

Which of the following is TRUE about panic attacks?

They can lead to social isolation.

A majority of U.S. adults with mental illness receive no mental health services.

True

A person who is content with life, usually feels good, and has an uplifting sense of inner peace is experiencing subjective well-being.

True

Any one dimension of psychological health can affect the others.

True

Changes in biochemistry due to drug abuse can trigger mental disturbances.

True

Cutting or self-mutilation can be a sign of borderline personality disorder.

True

Happiness derived from helping your grandmother learn to use her new iPad can boost your health more than happiness derived from watching your favorite TV show.

True

Keeping in touch with your best friend from high school is one way of enhancing your social health.

True

People with major depression experience physical effects such as sleep disturbance as well as persistent sadness and despair.

True

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

True

Some physical conditions, such as thyroid disorders and anemia, can cause depression-like symptoms.

True

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

a chronic mood disorder.

Which of the following living environments would likely increase your chances of suffering from seasonal affective disorder (SAD)?

a northern state that experiences long winter nights

Marcella has a persistent fear of social situations; she is suffering from

a phobia.

Being flexible in making plans with friends demonstrates

agreeableness

You can expect a therapist to

ask you about your history and various aspects of your life.

Suicide prevention techniques include

asking directly if the person intends to hurt himself or herself.

Melody has been experiencing severe mood swings, feeling highly energized for a period and then experiencing extreme depression. These symptoms are most closely associated with

bipolar disorder.

Research suggests that anxiety disorders

can develop as a learned response to a recurrent stress-inducing situation.

A treatment for depression that involves correcting consistently pessimistic or faulty thought patterns is

cognitive therapy.

Together, self-awareness, self-management, internal motivation, empathy, and social skills are MOST closely associated with

emotional intelligence.

The personality trait that involves the ability to adapt to a social situation and demonstrate assertiveness is known as

extroversion.

Celia spends a good deal of her time worrying, feels on edge, is easily fatigued, and often has difficulty concentrating, which is affecting her grades. Her symptoms may characterize

generalized anxiety disorder.

Which of the following situations would be likely to boost your self-esteem?

keeping in contact with old friends and family members

Sharon has lost two jobs in the past year. She blames her coworkers, who she says didn't like her. She claims that they were purposely trying to sabotage her and that she did absolutely nothing wrong. From her behavior, it is likely that Sharon has developed

learned helplessness.

At the end of each day, Anne writes down five positive affirmations about herself to block out any negative thoughts. Anne is demonstrating

learned optimism.

A mentally healthy student who gets a bad grade on an exam would respond by

learning from the situation and improving study habits.

After breaking up with his girlfriend, Lucas has been unable to move on. He is afraid of rejection and doesn't think that women find him attractive. He is probably suffering from

low self-esteem.

Keisha has a negative attitude about life and puts herself down all the time. Keisha is displaying

low self-esteem.

Evan washes his hands more than 50 times a day because of an ongoing fixation on germs; he is most likely suffering from

obsessive-compulsive disorder.

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

panic attack.

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

personality disorder.

Paulo cannot recall a time when he did not feel terrified of spiders. He could be experiencing a(n)

phobia

Jake is being treated for depression by a medical doctor who provides talk therapy and has also prescribed medication for his condition. Which type of mental health professional is Jake seeing?

psychiatrist

Most commonly, a person diagnosed with social anxiety disorder has a fear of

public events and gatherings.

Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is associated with

reduced exposure to sunlight.

A psychologically healthy person is

resilient

According to Maslow's hierarchy, individuals who have satisfied their basic needs and have attained their full potential are

self-actualized.

Jose's belief that he can successfully pass his biology midterm is an example of

self-efficacy.

Interpersonal therapy focuses on

social roles and relationships

Lisa has a strong sense of purpose and meaning to her life. Lisa is demonstrating

spiritual health.

Marie's parents have given her money for a down payment on a new car; they are providing her with

tangible support.

Spiritually healthy people believe

that they are part of a something larger than the purely physical dimension of existence.

A dysfunctional family is defined as a family in which

there is violence; physical, emotional, or sexual abuse; significant discord; or other negative family interactions.

Psychological health encompasses

thoughts, feelings, interactions with others, and spirituality.