ch 12 psy. 1-10

The first step in experiencing stress is ____.

Appraisal

Research shows that laughter _____.

Boosts immune function

Immunosuppression refers to ______.

Dampening of the immune system function in response to stress

In approach-avoidance conflicts, a person ____.

Is faced with a choice that has both positive and negative consequences

The female response to stress may be related to the hormone _____.

Oxytocin

When you feel that you can actually do something about a situation, you will be most likely to use what type of coping strategy?

Problem-focused coping

In comparison to adult females, adult males ____.

Produce higher corticosteroid levels when stressed

As an adult, dealing with stress by throwing a child-like temper tantrum would be an example of _______.

Regression

When a person evaluates what must be done to cope with or manage the stressor they are engaged in ______.

Secondary appraisal

Stress is any _____.

Stimulus or event that we respond to because we perceive it as threatening or challenging