PBHL 1103 Midterm

Atheists cannot effectively practice mindfulness.

False

People with bipolar disorder display a limited range of emotions.

False

Loneliness is

a risk factor for depression and substance abuse

A pop quiz in class is an example of

a stressor.

Relationships can cause stress in all the following ways EXCEPT

aspiring to be the best one can be.

Emotional health can best be described as being able to

feel and express emotions appropriately

Suicidal ideation is significantly associated with

high stress and low self-esteem.

Stress caused by not being able to accomplish all tasks and obligations in the time available is known as

overload.

An adolescent smoker might think lung cancer happens only to old people. This is an example of which factor of the health belief model?

perceived susceptibility

Interpersonal therapy focuses on

social roles and relationships

Emotional health is the same as intellectual health.

False

The immune system's ability to respond to assaults is known as

immunocompetence.

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

A disabled 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

Acute stress is significant, long-term stress that can produce negative effects on multiple body systems.

False

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

False

Deep breathing is a technique used in yoga but not in other mind-body practices.

False

Excessive drug and alcohol consumption and poor sleep habits are the primary modifiable determinants related to chronic diseases.

False

Healthy life expectancy is another term for life span.

False

Multitasking is an effective time-management strategy.

False

No valid research exists on the effects of massage therapy on mental health.

False

People with high levels of stress are less likely to develop upper respiratory infections.

False

Psychoneuroimmunology studies the effects of disease on emotional health.

False

Self-efficacy is the same as self-esteem.

False

Some research suggests that chronic stress can suppress the amygdala, causing the individual to become passive and apathetic.

False

The acronym SMART stands for Serious, Measurable, Adaptable, Realistic, and Time-Oriented.

False

The development of self-esteem is an important part of intellectual health.

False

Stress caused by not being able to accomplish all tasks and obligations in the time available is known as

Overload

Which of the following statements regarding stress and hair loss is NOT true?

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

Which of the following is TRUE about panic attacks?

They can lead to social isolation

A personality trait characterized by control, commitment, and the willingness to embrace new challenges is known as psychological hardiness.

True

Any one dimension of psychological health can affect the others.

True

Cardiovascular disease has been identified as a health consequence of chronic stress.

True

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

True

Children raised in dysfunctional families who have experienced violence or abuse may have a harder time adjusting to life and run an increased risk of psychological problems.

True

Current research suggests that being happy or unhappy has no direct effect on mortality.

True

Defense mechanisms are strategies we use to distort our present reality in order to avoid anxiety.

True

Even a full year after a tornado struck their town, community residents were at increased risk for traumatic stress.

True

For a low-income individual without dental insurance, cost can be a perceived barrier to obtaining necessary dental care.

True

Nearly 2 percent of all college students report that they had attempted to kill themselves in the past year.

True

One of the goals of the Healthy People 2020 public health initiative is to create social and physical environments that promote health.

True

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

True

Psychoneuroimmunology is the scientific study of the interrelationships of mind and body on the immune system.

True

Stress is thought to be related to an increased risk for type 2 diabetes.

True

Studies associate mindfulness with pain relief.

True

The three phases of the general adaptation syndrome are alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

True

Women are more likely than men to "tend and befriend" in response to stress.

True

Cortisol is secreted by the

adrenal glands.

Chronic secretion of cortisol increases the risk for diabetes by

affecting blood glucose levels.

Hearing a piercing scream late at night while walking on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome?

alarm

Julia is extremely upset to discover a suggestive e-mail her boyfriend has sent to another woman. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?

alarm

Eating healthy foods helps in managing stress,

although the precise reasons are not fully understood.

Stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses. These are most closely associated with an increased risk for

cardiovascular disease.

Going out for dinner at your favorite restaurant as a reward for finishing a big project is an example of a

consumable reinforcer

Because of a heavy course load and a demanding job, Olivia has been under severe stress this academic year. Which of the following hormones might play a role in increasing Olivia's level of abdominal fat?

cortisol

After his girlfriend breaks up with him, Ian tells himself that all women are cruel and self-centered and that, since he'll never find a loving relationship, he should just stop looking. Ian is indulging in a form of self-talk known as

dichotomous thinking.

Peter recently ended a relationship when he found out his partner was cheating on him. This probably caused

distress

Ken is the new pastor at a local church. He is both nervous and excited about his new post and is looking forward to meeting all the members of his new congregation. This process will take some time and effort, but he is convinced that it will help him learn how to serve them better. Ken's situation is an example of

eustress.

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

Health promotion

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

Determinants of health are a range of factors in a person's life that

influence his or her health status

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

Which of the following has been recommended as a method for managing stress?

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

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

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

Makoto has a disability affecting his movement. Throughout high school, he has been rejected, teased, and bullied. Makoto has been experiencing

minority stress.

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

modifiable determinant

Gavin downloads a new workout song every time he completes his week's exercise goal. This action is an example of

positive reinforcement

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

psychological

Because it increases one's susceptibility to negative health outcomes, alcohol abuse is an example of which type of behavior?

risk

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

shifting and persisting.

As Joe prepares to spar with a Taekwondo opponent, his heart rate and respiration rate increase. These are indicators that which branch of the nervous system has been activated?

sympathetic

Which of the following forms of stress management originated as a form of self-defense?

tai chi

Spiritually healthy people believe

that they are part of a something larger than the purely physical or personal dimensions of existence

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?

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

Jeff knows the midterm chemistry exam is going to be tough. He is trying to prepare for it by taking a practice test every night before he goes out with his buddies. Jeff is

using the technique of stress inoculation.

All of the following are common side effects of psychotropic drugs EXCEPT

weight loss

All of the following are likely to influence your response to stressors EXCEPT

your friend's level of stress.