healthy life styles questions exam 1

Overall, the leading cause of death for Americans is

1. heart disease

A trait or behavior that a person can actively control, such as eating habits, is a(n) a. modifiable determinant. b. social determinant. c. environmental influence. d. biological determinant.

a. modifiable determinant

All of the following are likely to influence your response to stressors EXCEPT a. your general health status. b. Correct your friend's level of stress. c. your age. d. your past experiences.

b. Correct your friend's level of stress.

Being flexible in making plans with friends demonstrates a. optimism. b. self-efficacy. c. agreeableness. d. self-esteem.

c. agreeableness.

Relationships can cause stress in all the following ways EXCEPT a. excitement and eustress in the early stages of a new relationship. b. jobs with high expectations and low control. c. aspiring to be the best one can be. d. competition and conflicts with work colleagues.

c. aspiring to be the best one can be.

The five-factor model classifies curiosity, independence, and imagination as a. conscientiousness. b. extroversion. c. agreeableness. d. openness.

d. opens

Six dimensions of health a. affect either the mind or the body. b. interact continuously. c. affect health independently of each other. d. seldom influence one another.

interact continuously

Having unprotected sex is considered a

risk behavior

The thought, "I don't have enough time!" is an example of A.enabling. b. punishment. c. shaping. d. self-talk.

self talk

Jim was successful at meeting his exercise goal and rewarded himself by taking a three-day vacation at a golf resort. This is an example of a A. reinforcing behavior. B. covert behavior. C . negative behavior. D. manipulative behavior.

A. reinforcing behavior

Mindy wants to lose weight. The fact that her parents engage in regular exercise is a(n) A. reinforcing factor. B. motivational factor. C. predisposing factor. D. enabling factor

C. predisposing factor

Which of the following were cited by college students in a national survey as major impediments to performing well academically? A. substance abuse B. carrying a too-heavy course load C. stress, anxiety, and sleep difficulties D. repeated strep infections

C. stress , anxiety, and sleep difficulties

Alicia has been experiencing persistent sadness, despair, and hopelessness. She is displaying symptoms of a. a chronic mood disorder. b. a personality disorder. c. an eating disorder. d. an anxiety disorder.

a. a chronic mood disorder.

Young adults (ages 15-24) are most likely to die from a. heart disease. b. homicide. c. cancer. d. accidents

a. accidents

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? a. psychiatrist b. social worker c. psychologist d. licensed marriage and family therapist

a. psychiatrist

fter Julia discovers a suggestive e-mail her boyfriend sent to another woman, she considers how to confront him about it. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation? a. resistance b. alarm c. denial d. exhaustion

a. resistance

Which of the following is TRUE about stress? a.Stress is only produced by externally imposed factors and is always negative. b. Stress is a mental and physical response to real or perceived changes and challenges. c. It is possible to eliminate all stressors in our lives if we try hard enough. d. Stress does not affect a person's general health

b. Stress is a mental and physical response to real or perceived changes and challenges.

The body's attempt to restore homeostasis in the aftermath of a stress response is a(n) ________ response. a. biological b. adaptive c. sympathetic d. fight-or-flight

b. adaptive

Which of the following is TRUE about panic attacks? a. About 2 percent of college students report having been diagnosed or treated for panic attacks. b.they typically come on gradually. c. They can lead to social isolation. d. They typically last for 5 to 10 minutes.

c. they can lead to social isolation

The positive aspects of a person's life, such being satisfied with life in general and having positive emotions, determines one's sense of a. change. b. health. c. well-being. d. progress.

c. well being

Which of the following is a useful strategy to prevent explosive anger? a.Pound on something soft, like a pillow. b.Have a couple of beers and watch TV to take your mind off the issue. c.Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others. d.Avoid all situations that provoke anger.

c.Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others.

To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful? a. a regimen of "energy-boosting" supplements b. broadening one's social support system c.getting more sleep and "down time" d. increasing alcohol intake to promote relaxation

c.getting more sleep and "down time"

Melanie grew up in extreme poverty, but won a full scholarship to a top liberal arts college. There, her sociology professor, who also comes from a poor family, has been helping Melanie to take a proactive approach to her current stressors and to focus on the future. These strategies are best classified as a.coping and hoping. b.hardiness and grit. c.shifting and persisting. d.self-advocacy and self-efficacy.

c.shifting and persisting.

Which of the following forms of stress management originated as a form of self-defense? a. Taekwondo b.qigong c.tai chi d.yoga

c.tai chi

Which strategy is used by many athletes to visualize the attainment of goals? a. athletic imagery b. vicarious performance c. coaching d. imagined rehearsal

d, imagined rehearsal

Which of the following is most likely to cause eustress instead of distress? a. losing your job b. failing a test c. the death of a grandparent d. an impending promotion

d. an impending promotion

The sum of exposure to stressors, including complex traumas, is known as a. chronic stress. b. overload. c. allostatic load. d. cumulative adversity.

d. cumulative adversity.

The primary hormone responsible for physiological stress responses such as increased heart and breathing rates is a. insulin. b. cortisol. c. thyroxin. d. epinephrine.

d. epinephrine.

A network of people and services with which we share ties and which provide support is a, social support. b, community support. c, emotional support. d, psychological support.

a. social support

Life expectancy in the early 1900s was largely determined by a person's a. susceptibility to infectious disease. b. family history. c. hygiene habits. d. occupation and location.

a. susceptibility to infectious disease

Which of the following situations might contribute to impaired immune function? a.Your grandmother moves in with your family after being hospitalized due to a stroke. b.You have a fairly calm demeanor and life rarely "stresses you out." c.You keep changing the diet, vitamin, and exercise regimen you follow to see faster results. d.You purchase a new car when you get your first job offer.

a.Your grandmother moves in with your family after being hospitalized due to a stroke.

Tessa is dreading her chemistry final. When she finds herself thinking that she's going to fail the exam, she tells herself, "No, I might not ace it, but I've been studying and I'm definitely going to pass." Tessa is engaging in a process referred to as a.cognitive restructuring. b.affirmations. c.meditation. d.stress inoculation.

a.cognitive restructuring.

Jake is an excellent student and seems pretty resilient. He is passionate about becoming a pediatrician someday, and perseveres despite a high stress level due to his heavy course load and tight finances. Which of the following traits does Jake demonstrate? a. grit b. shifting c. the typical Type B personality d. the typical Type A personality

a.grit

Which of the following statements about the graduating class of 2016 is true? a. Nearly two-thirds reported that they were moving back in with their parents to save money. b. More than 70 percent of these students graduated with significant debt. c. Experts estimate that about 5 percent of these graduates will default on their student loans. d. The graduates' average debt was about $17,000.

b. More than 70 percent of these students graduated with significant debt.

Differences in cancer mortality among specific populations are an example of a. risk behaviors. b.medical malpractice. c.biological determinants. d. health disparities.

d. health disparities

Obsessive-compulsive disorder is a. diagnosed in about 5 percent of American adults. b. a type of personality disorder. c. essentially the same as being a perfectionist. d. highly treatable.

d. highly treatable

You really want to buy an expensive software program to help you with coursework, but your credit cards are maxed out and the rent is due next week. Which type of stressor is this? a. work b. hassle c. academic d. money

d. money

A person's bone structure is an example of a(n) a. environmental influence. b. epigenetic factor. c. behavioral choice. d. non modifiable factor

d. non modifiable factor

One reason the validity of the Type A personality theory has been debated is that a. most people have either Type A or Type B personalities. b. the early research had serious methodological flaws. c. far more people have been found to have Type C or D personality rather than Type A or B. d. not all Type A people experience negative health consequences.

d. not all Type A people experience negative health consequences.

Which of the following is an example of a SMART goal? a. Drink less alcohol. b. Stop drinking alcohol. c. Reduce my weekend alcohol consumption from 6 or more drinks per night to 1 drink per night. d.Reduce my weekend alcohol consumption from 4 or more drinks per night to no more than 3 drinks per night.

d. reduce my weekend alcohol consumption from 4 or more drinks per night to no more then 3 drinks per-night

Luci has worked as a customer service representative for two years. She believes that this job has improved her ability to cope with a variety of stressful situations and is confident in her ability to do so. Luci is exhibiting which of the following personality traits? a. Type B b. Type A c. low self-esteem d. self-efficacy

d. self-efficacy

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 a.negative reinforcement. b. an activity reinforcer. c. situational inducement. d. social reinforcement.

d. situational reinforcer

The change model based on three factors (social environment, thoughts and feelings, and behaviors) in interaction with each other is known as the A. behavior modification model. B. transtheoretical model. C. health belief model D.social cognitive model

d. social cognitive model

David woke up in the middle of the night because he smelled smoke. This most likely caused him to experience a. the adaptation syndrome. b. the resistance response. c. insomnia. d. the flight-or-fight response.

d. the flight-or-fight response.

When acute stress bombards your brain with stress chemicals, a. your ability to make sound decisions is enhanced. b.you are likely to experience euphoria. c. you are more likely to be able to concentrate in class. d. your memory may be impaired.

d. your memory may be impaired.

Hearing a piercing scream late at night while walking on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome? a. recovery b. exhaustion c. resistance d.alarm

d.alarm

Stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses. These are most closely associated with an increased risk for a.insomnia. b.blood cancers such as leukemia. c.mood disorders. d.cardiovascular disease.

d.cardiovascular disease.

Your roommate just ate the last of your trail mix without asking. Which type of stressor is this? a.change b. conflict c. pressure d.hassle

d.hassle

To manage stress, the first step is to a.choose to ignore the stressors in your life. b.control your emotional responses. c.determine which stressors can be reduced or eliminated. d.identify and assess the stressors in your life.

d.identify and assess the stressors in your life.

The immune system's ability to respond to assaults is known as a.immunity. b.adaptation. c.defense. d.immunocompetence.

d.immunocompetence.

Of the following choices, the source of stress experienced by the greatest percentage of American adults is a.relationships. b. family responsibilities. c.personal health concerns. d.money

d.money

Among the following, the group most likely to struggle with stress are a.young adult males. b.older adult females. c.older adult males. d.young adult females.

d.young adult females.

The process of taking small individual steps toward a behavior change goal is A. shaping. B. action. C. preparation. D. journaling.

A. shaping

Manuela joined a group exercise class. Her instructor, who was formerly inactive and overweight, participates with the class and also shares personal fitness strategies. In class, Manuela tries to emulate her instructor's moves, and she has also become more physically active as part of her daily routine. Which technique is Manuela using to reach her goal of becoming more fit? A. modeling B. shaping C. reinforcement d. visualization

A.modeling

Brenda is going on a ski trip over spring break and has 12 weeks to get in shape. She purchased an elliptical trainer and started working out on it for 10 minutes each day. Each week, she will increase her workout by 10 minutes until she can exercise for one hour. If she finds that is too rigorous, she will only add 5 minutes to her workout each week. Which of the following behavior-change techniques is Brenda using to get in shape for her trip? A. shaping B. visualization C. self-talk D. modeling

A.shaping

Healthy People 2020 is a plan designed to A. extend health insurance coverage to millions more Americans. B. Correct improve the quality of life and years of life for all Americans. C. increase payments to doctors who serve Medicaid and Medicare patients. D. update FDA regulations on the manufacture and sale of drugs in the United States.

B. improve the quality of life and years for all americans

People with an internal locus of control believe that events turn out as they do based on A. fate and luck. B. their own actions. C. environmental factors. D. previous disappointments.

B. their own actions

Health and wellness are best described as A. determined by the environment. B. determined by genes. C. dynamic. D. static.

C. dynamic

Catrina just missed hitting a deer as she was driving along a dark, curving road. She felt her racing heart finally slow down after she pulled off the road and took a few deep breaths. This is an example of a(n) a. adaptive response. b. fight-or-flight response. c. state of overload. d. challenge.

a. adaptive response.

The sum of exposure to stressors, including complex traumas, is known as a. cumulative adversity. b. overload. c. chronic stress. d. allostatic load.

a. cumulative adversity.

Psychologically healthy people a. feel comfortable interacting with others. b. make time for others but not themselves. c. never think a negative thought. d. engage in vengeful act

a. feel comfortable interacting with others.

A collective term for several positive states in which individuals actively embrace the world around them is a. happiness. b. satisfaction. c. openness. d. conscientiousness.

a. happiness.

The ever-changing process of achieving individual potential in the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental dimensions is the definition of a. health. b. fitness. c. recovery. d. satisfaction.

a. health

The science of epigenetics studies a. how behavioral choices influence our cells' ability to use genes. b. patterns of inheritance. c. how genes influence an individual's behavioral choices. d. the structure of our genes.

a. how behavioral choices influence our cells ability to use genes

The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the a. hypothalamus. b. frontal lobe. c. pituitary gland. d. cerebral cortex

a. hypothalamus

Exercise reduces stress primarily by a. increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones. b. suppressing endocrine function. c. expanding aerobic capacity. d. providing a therapeutic way to reduce or eliminate pain.

a. increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones.

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 a. is likely to delay care that she needs. b. is overinsured. c. has equitable access to health services. d. is uninsured.

a. is likely to delay the care she needs

Which of the following has been recommended as a method for managing stress? a. keeping a journal to track your stressors, worries, and options b. using mind-altering drugs to induce a sense of peace c. engaging in demanding or competitive physical activity d. practicing dichotomous thinking

a. keeping a journal to track your stressors, worries, and options

People who have experienced repeated failures may develop a pattern of response in which they give up and fail to take any positive action. This is called a. learned helplessness. b. learned optimism. c. resistance. d. laziness.

a. learned helplessness.

Treatment for schizophrenia includes hospitalization and a combination of a. medication and psychotherapy. b. psychotherapy and electroconvulsive therapy. c. medication and light therapy. d. light therapy and electroconvulsive therapy

a. medication and psychotherapy.

Evan washes his hands more than 50 times a day because of an ongoing fixation on germs; he is most likely suffering from a. obsessive-compulsive disorder. b. a phobia. c. post-traumatic stress disorder. d. schizophrenia.

a. obsessive - compulsive disorder

A type of mental illness that involves inflexible patterns of thought that, in many cases, lead to socially distressing behavior is a(n) a. personality disorder. b. bipolar disorder. c. obsessive-compulsive disorder. d. anxiety disorder.

a. personality disorder

A person who experiences flashbacks after a violent mugging might be suffering from a. post-traumatic stress disorder. b.obsessive-compulsive disorder. c. a phobia. d.schizophrenia.

a. post-traumatic stress disorder.

Brian is considered a Type A personality by his friends because of his history of "road rage" and extreme competitiveness. All the following put him at increased risk for cardiovascular disease EXCEPT a.his upbeat, glass-half-full approach to life. b. his negative beliefs and hostile attitudes toward others. c. his actions that often harm others verbally or physically. d. bouts of anger ranging from irritation to rage.

a.his upbeat, glass-half-full approach to life.

Which of the following has been recommended as a method for managing stress? a.keeping a journal to track your stressors, worries, and options b.engaging in demanding or competitive physical activity c.practicing dichotomous thinking d.using mind-altering drugs to induce a sense of peace

a.keeping a journal to track your stressors, worries, and options

Chronic stress may cause structural degeneration and impaired function of the brain, increasing the risk for all of the following a.meningitis b. dementia c. depression d. Alzheimer's disease

a.meningitis

Eleanor comes from a low-income family and struggles to pay for her tuition, room, board, and school supplies. The other students in her major all seem to have no trouble purchasing everything they need, as well as new clothes, meals off campus, concert tickets, and the latest technology. Lately, Eleanor has been struggling with feelings of inferiority, low self-esteem, and doubt that may be due in part to a.relative deprivation. b.background distressors. c.hassles. d.discrimination.

a.relative deprivation.

A person's realistic sense of self-respect or self-worth is referred to as a.self-esteem. b.introversion. c. assertiveness. d. conscientiousness.

a.self-esteem.

A sense of being overwhelmed by perceived obligations to stay connected online is a.technostress. b. cyberstress. c. wikistress. d. media stress.

a.technostress.

Jade's heart races and she cannot think of anything to say when the cute guy in class sits next to her. This is an example of a.the stress response. b.hyperventilation. c.the overreactive response. d.homeostasis.

a.the stress response.

Which of the following statements regarding stress and hair loss is NOT true? a. Stress-related hair loss can occur in both men and women. b. Stress-induced hair loss occurs when colonies of hair are pushed into an active phase. c. Stress may cause hair to fall out in clumps. d. The most common type of stress-induced hair loss is telogen effluvium.

b. Stress-induced hair loss occurs when colonies of hair are pushed into an active phase.

Which of the following is TRUE about major depression? a. Sadness is not actually a common symptom of depression. b. Symptoms include feeling hopeless and difficulty concentrating. c. People can snap out of it if they choose. d. It is about the same as feeling down after a bad experience.

b. Symptoms include feeling hopeless and difficulty concentrating.

Jason is frustrated because he has three projects due at the same time next week and he doesn't believe it's possible to get all three finished. His solution is to forget about the projects and meet up with friends for a night out. Jason has a. an internal locus of control. b. self-confidence. c. an external locus of control. d. self-efficacy.

b. an external locus of control

Although he is often dispirited, exhausted, and pessimistic, for the last few days Jirou has been studying, working out, and socializing with so much energy and enthusiasm that he has not had more than two or three hours of sleep each night. Jirou might be suffering from a. a personality disorder. b. bipolar disorder. c. panic disorder. d. post-traumatic stress disorder.

b. bipolar disorder

Research suggests that anxiety disorders a. are most prevalent among adults age 65 or older. b. can develop as a learned response to a recurrent stress-inducing situation. c. are highly resistant to treatment. d. have essentially no biological basis.

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

Warning signs of suicide include all of the following EXCEPT a. preoccupation with themes of death. b. compulsion to repeatedly perform rituals. c. giving away prized possessions. d. unexplained demonstration of happiness following a period of depression.

b. compulsion to repeatedly perform rituals.

Peter recently ended a relationship when he found out his partner was cheating on him. This probably caused a. traumatic stress. b. distress. c. episodic stress. d. eustress.

b. distress.

The personality trait that involves the ability to adapt to a social situation and demonstrate assertiveness is known as a. resiliency. b. extroversion. c. conscientiousness. d. emotional stability.

b. extroversion

The expected number of years of life remaining at a given age, such as at birth, is known as A.population control. b. life expectancy. c. mortality. d. morbidity.

b. life expectancy

Which health model views treating disease through medications and surgery as the surest way to improve health? a. public health model b. medical model c. environmental model d. social model

b. medical model

Support from others to change a behavior is an example of a(n) A. predisposing factor. B. reinforcing factor. C. contributing factor. d. enabling factor.

b. reinforcing factor

Jill has many friends, is respected by her coworkers, and maintains a great relationship with her boyfriend. Her ability to interact with others is an example of which dimension of health? a, intellectual b, social c, physical d, emotional

b. social

Emily is experiencing an allostatic load due to a dysfunctional relationship, credit card debt, and a challenging course load. Which of the following defines the term allostatic load? a. the increased magnitude of a stressor required to cause a response b. the long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response c. the magnitude of the body's response to a stressor d. the ability of the immune system to respond to assaults

b. the long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response

Psychological health is best described as encompassing a. thoughts, including beliefs, relating to the past, present, and future. b. thinking, feeling, relating, and being. c. personal experiences and thoughts of future events. d. memories, emotions, and interpretations of life experiences.

b. thinking , feeling , relating , and being

Loneliness is a. unlikely in people who have lots of followers on social media. b.a risk factor for depression and substance abuse. c. best defined as the experience of being alone. d. rare among college students but becomes common after graduation.

b.a risk factor for depression and substance abuse.

Eating healthy foods helps in managing stress, a. because they are easier on the digestive system than junk foods. b.although the precise reasons are not fully understood. c, because food is comforting and eating can distract one from problems. d, especially if they contain sympathomimetics.

b.although the precise reasons are not fully understood.

An ongoing state of physiological arousal in response to stressors is known as a. acute stress. b.chronic stress. c.traumatic stress. d. acute episodic stress.

b.chronic stress.

Suicidal ideation is significantly associated with a. broken heart syndrome. b.high stress and low self-esteem. c. hostility. d. a Type D personality.

b.high stress and low self-esteem.

All of the following are techniques used in the Chinese art of feng shui EXCEPT a. picking up clutter daily. b. using sheer curtains that let in as much light as possible. c. positioning your bed so that it is not aligned with the door. d. coordinating the colors of your walls and your bed linens.

b.using sheer curtains that let in as much light as possible.

All of the following are common side effects of psychotropic drugs EXCEPT a. nausea. b. weight loss. c. sexual dysfunction. d. headaches.

b.weight loss

Which of the following is TRUE of Maslow's hierarchy of needs? a. A self-actualized person has met basic needs but has not fully reached his or her potential. b. Social needs are the most basic and essential needs. c. Failure to meet a lower-level need will interfere with fulfilling higher-level needs. d. Esteem needs are more basic than survival needs.

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

Which of the following is TRUE about major depression in college students? a. About 2-3 percent of college students report having been diagnosed with or treated for depression in an average year. b. Depression among college students is typically a temporary issue and not a major barrier to academic success. c. International students are especially vulnerable to depression. d. About one-fourth of all college students feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities.

c. International students are especially vulnerable to depression.

Which of the following is TRUE about positive psychology? a. It was founded by psychologists Peter Salavey and John Mayer. b. It is the scientific study of the interactions between happiness and immunity. c. Its interventions have proven effective in reducing disability and increasing longevity. d. It described mental health as the absence of negative feelings.

c. Its interventions have proven effective in reducing disability and increasing longevity.

Which of the following statements about self-esteem is FALSE? a. Self-efficacy and self-esteem are not synonyms. b. Learning to lose can be valuable in developing a realistic sense of self-esteem. c. Protecting children from failure may boost their ability to persist in the face of difficulties. d. Some research suggests that it may be possible to have too much self-esteem.

c. Protecting children from failure may boost their ability to persist in the face of difficulties.

Meditation has been proven effective in managing stress. Which of the following is NOT true about meditation? a. It usually takes some effort and patience to learn to meditate. b. Meditation allows the body to relax while the mind is focused. c. There is only one meditation style that is considered effective. d. Meditation involves some method of calming and focusing the mind.

c. There is only one meditation style that is considered effective

Which of the following living environments would likely increase your chances of suffering from seasonal affective disorder (SAD)? a. a region close to the equator with little seasonal variation b. a desert region in California c. a northern state that experiences long winter nights d. a southern state that experiences hot, humid summers

c. a northern state that experiences long winter nights

Suicide prevention techniques include a. reassuring a person that nothing could be so bad as to make suicide an option. b. downplaying a person's statement that they'd like to die. c. asking directly if the person intends to hurt himself or herself. d. keeping all conversations with the person confidential.

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

Not allowing yourself to think about stage fright and focusing only on the content of your speech when preparing for a presentation is an example of A. positive reinforcement. B.blocking and stopping. C. countering. D. a situational reinforcer.

c. blocking and stopping

Recently, Kevin has been spending a lot of time playing online poker. Last weekend, he decided on a whim to fly to Las Vegas to try his hand at "the real thing." He lost over $5,000. This behavior indicates that Kevin may have a. schizophrenia. b. bipolar disorder. c. borderline personality disorder. d. generalized anxiety disorder.

c. borderline personality disorder.

A psychologically healthy person is a. cynical. b. athletic. c. resilient. d.introverted.

c. resilient.

Marie's parents have given her money for a down payment on a new car; they are providing her with a. obligatory support. b. social support. c. tangible support. d. intangible support.

c. tangible support

Anxiety disorders are a. most prevalent among adults over the age of 65. b. the least costly of mental health disorders to treat. c. the most common mental health problem in the United States. d. characterized by deep and persistent fears of specific objects, activities, or situations.

c. the most common mental health problem in the United States

The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is a. recovery. b.adaptation. c.homeostasis. d. eustress.

c.homeostasis.

Research has shown that laughter results in all of the following EXCEPT a. decreased stress levels. b. pain reduction. c. increased risk of heart disease. d. increased levels of oxygen in the blood.

c.increased risk of heart disease.

Which of the following is NOT an indicator that a person's sympathetic nervous system has been activated? a.increased blood pressure b.increased respiration c.increased salivation d.increased heart rate

c.increased salivation

The feeling that you are overextended and that it's not possible for you to meet all the demands being placed up on you is known as a.homeostasis. b.frustration. c.overload. d.pressure.

c.overload.

he strategy of reframing appraisals of stressors more positively and working toward future goals is known as a.psychological resilience. b.stress inoculation. c.shift and persist. d.downshifting.

c.shift and persist.