Chapters 1-4
Which of the following is TRUE about domestic violence?
Homicide by a current or former intimate partner is the leading cause of death among pregnant women in the United States.
Which behavior change model involves six distinct stages and is also known as the stages of change model?
Transtheoretical model
A rape in which the victim knows the attacker is
acquaintance rape
A person who experiences persistent and sometimes extreme emotional states is suffering from a(n)
chronic mood disorder
Alicia has been experiencing persistent sadness, despair, and hopelessness. She is displaying symptoms of
chronic mood disorder
Prayer is a way to
communicate with a transcendent presence or higher power.
When we are forced to choose between two or more competing desires, motives, behaviors, or impulses, which process is occurring?
conflict
Which spiritual practice is Maria engaging in when she takes some quiet time to think about the ethical issues involved in human trafficking?
contemplation
Before taking her biology final, Jessie experienced abdominal pain and nausea, but these symptoms weren't caused by a gastrointestinal virus. Stress could contribute to these symptoms by
decreasing blood flow to her digestive organs
All of the following actions can help protect against identity theft EXCEPT
don't get a smart card.
As part of the stress response, the hormone that stimulates the body to prepare for action is
epinephrine.
The primary hormone responsible for physiological stress responses such as increased heart and breathing rates is
epinephrine.
After Julia discovers that her spouse is cheating on her, she confronts him and after days of arguments, he moves out. By the end of the week, all she can do is cry herself to sleep. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?
exhaustion
A person who has good coping skills and effectively manages their stress can completely eliminate distress from their life.
false
Substance abuse decreases the risk of both homicide and suicide.
false
A bias-motivated crime is
hate crime
Educational, organizational, procedural, and environmental support aimed at helping a given population change health-related behaviors is
health promotion.
A sedentary lifestyle, overuse of caffeine, and risky sexual practices are examples of
modifiable determinants of health.
An acute anxiety attack that brings on intense physical symptoms is a(n)
panic attack
To successfully change a behavior, a person must recognize that change is a(n)
process that occurs in stages.
A term used to encompass mental, emotional, social, and spiritual dimensions of health is
psychological
The three facets of human spirituality are
relationships, values, and purpose in life.
Warning signs of suicide include all of the following EXCEPT
renewed sexual interest
Actions that increase one's susceptibility to negative health outcomes are which type of behaviors?
risk
If a friend confided that he or she was forced to have sex and did not consent, this is an example of
sexual assault
In many cultures, breath, or the force that animates life, is synonymous with
spirit
A sense of being overwhelmed by perceived obligations to stay connected online is
technostress
A budget is a helpful way to pace spending over time.
true
Dysthymic disorder is a mild form of chronic depression that may be exhibited by a lack of energy, a short temper, and a general sense of pessimism.
true
Hate crimes sometimes occur because the perpetrator is retaliating for a perceived insult, unfairness, or slight.
true
Stress can have a positive physical impact.
true
Psychologically healthy people take time to enjoy and appreciate their surroundings.
true.
A credit card is a(n)
unsecured loan.
Based on statistics about campus violence, female students who are victims of rape
usually know the perpetrator
A person who experiences flashbacks after a violent mugging is 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 trait or behavior that a person can actively control, such as eating habits, is a
modifiable determinant
A type of mental illness that involves inflexible patterns of thought and in many cases, inappropriate behavior is a(n)
personality disorder
The gland that secretes ACTH is the
pituitary
A person's sense of self-respect or self-worth is referred to as
self esteem
Nancy practices the hatha style of a form of mind/body training, which emphasizes flexibility and deep breathing. Which type of practice is she engaged in?
yoga
Of the following, which factor is NOT a risk for gang involvement?
Academic achievement
Which phase of the cycle of violence includes physical acts intended to inflict pain?
Acute battering
Which of the following is a useful strategy to prevent explosive anger?
Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others.
Healthy life expectancy is another term for life span.
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. Select one:
False.
Health promotion
includes policies, programs, and financial support for initiatives that promote health.
Why is a low credit score a problem?
it makes it harder to borrow.
Why might a person's first credit card have a high APR?
lack of credit history
The number of years a person is anticipated to live based on conditions at their time of birth is
life expectancy
