Psych Final

Who defined stress as, "the response of the body to any demand, whether it is caused by, orresults in, pleasant or unpleasant conditions"?

Hans Selye

A demanding or threatening event is often called a(n)

Stressor

A stressor is likely to be appraised as a threat when someone

anticipates that it could lead to some kind of harm, loss, or other negative consequence

A panic disorder is a type of ________disorder characterized by panic attacks, along with at least one month of worry about panic attacks or self-defeating behavior related to the attacks.

anxiety

________ disorders are characterized by excessive, persistent fear and apprehension and byrelated disturbances in behavior.

anxiety

Which childhood disorder is characterized by deficits in social interaction and communication and repetitive patterns of behavior or interests?

autism spectrum disorder

Piper is diagnosed with agoraphobia because she experiences intense fear and anxiety of

being outside the home alone

The concept of perceived control refers to

beliefs about the capacity to influence and shape outcomes in our lives

Noticing that you have difficulty concentrating during and after periods of prolonged stress exemplifies how stress can have a negative ________ impact.

cognitive

A psychological disorder is a

condition characterized by abnormal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors

A high-stress job, overcrowding, and long commutes to work are examples of the way some psychologists conceptualize stress as a

demanding or threatening event or situation

Donna exhibits two separate personalities, each well-defined and distinct from one another,so Dr. Paulson diagnosed Donna with ________ disorder.

dissociative identity

________ is the kind of stress that exceeds the optimal level, is no longer a positive force, and becomes excessive and debilitating.

distress

________ is the kind of stress associated with positive feelings, as well as optimal health and performance

eustress

The Center for Investigating Healthy Minds conducts rigorous academic research on

healthy aspects of the mind, such as kindness, forgiveness, compassion, and mindfulness

What triggers the secondary appraisal of a stressor?

how a threat is perceived

Which of the following defines antisocial personality disorder?

lack of regard for others' rights, impulsivity, deceitfulness, irresponsibility, and lack of remorse over misdeeds

The relaxation response technique is a stress reduction technique that combines elements of relaxation and

meditation

People with ________ disorders experience thoughts and urges that are intrusive and unwanted and/or the need to engage in repetitive behaviors or mental acts.

obsessive-compulsive

Which brain region is believed to play a critical role in OCD?

orbitofrontal cortex

________ delusions involve the (false) belief that other people or agencies are plotting to harm the person.

paranoid

Yuri experiences excessive, distressing, and persistent fear or anxiety about heights. Yurisuffers from a(n)

phobia

Optimism is a tendency toward a(n)

positive outlook and positive expectations

Which kind of psychology seeks to identify and promote those qualities that lead to happy,fulfilled, and contented lives?

positive psychology

Which type of appraisal involves judgment about the degree of potential harm or threat towell-being that a stressor might entail?

primary

Which psychological disorder is characterized by major disturbances in thought, perception,and behavior?

schizophrenia