PE 150 Quiz #2 (Chapters 2 & 3)

A pop quiz in class is an example of?

A stressor

College students are more likely to do what?

Commit suicide

Which of the following hormones might contribute to the "Freshman 15" during the first year of college?

Cortisol

The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is what?

Homeostasis

The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall retain to stress is the what?

Hypothalamus

To manage stress, the first step is to what?

Identify and assess the stressors in your life

Exercise reduces stress by

Increasing endorphins and reducing levels of stress hormones

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

Overload

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

Self-efficacy

Lisa believes in a unifying force that gives meaning to her life. Lisa is demonstrating?

Spiritual health

Which of the following is true about a major depressive disorder?

Symptoms include physical exhaustion and an inability to concentrate

David woke up in the middle of the night because he smelt smoke. This most likely caused him to experience what?

The flight-or-fight response

Which of the following has been recommended by experts in positive psychology as a method for managing stress and increasing happiness?

Taking time to keep a daily gratitude journal

Emily is experiencing chronic stress due to a dysfunctional relationship. Which of the following defines the chronic and heavy emotional load Emily is carrying?

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

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

A chronic mood disorder

Hearing strange footsteps following you late at night on a campus walking path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome?

Alarm

Which of the following is most likely to cause eustress instead of distress?

An impending promotion

Suicide prevention techniques include?

Asking directly if the person intends to hurt themselves

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

Emotional health deals with feelings rather than thought processes

To replenish vital energy stores, what would be particularly helpful?

Getting more sleep and "down time"

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 puts herself down all the time. She approaches any challenge with a negative attitude and doubts her ability to succeed. Keisha is displaying?

Low self-esteem

Social bonds can?

Provide a sense of belonging and reassure an individual of his or her worth

Psychological health is a complex interaction of?

Thoughts, feelings, and personal experiences

Downshifting refers to the process of what?

taking steps to simplify one's life