Exam 26: Stress, Coping, and Health Part 2

LuAnn exhibits effective problem-focused coping and seeks the help of others when necessary. Her behavior is consistent with someone who is

Which of the following behavioral responses to stress may result in internet addiction?

The unifying theme in psychology, our experience of the world is highly subjective, is BEST illustrated by the part of the definition of stress that states

Research suggests that efforts to actively suppress emotions result in

College health clinics are MOST likely to experience an increase in students seeking treatment for colds and other minor illnesses

Exposure to second-hand or environmental tobacco smoke has NOT been linked to an increased risk for

Which one of the following is NOT an effect associated with recreational drug use?

Of the following individuals, who would be LEAST likely to develop heart disease?

Simon smokes, Orson is obese, and Chester is a "couch potato" who does not exercise. All three men have a higher risk of developing ____ than normal weight men who exercise and do not smoke.

People who are ____ tend to report more symptoms of illness.

Describe the evidence linking personality and emotional factors to coronary heart disease.

Michael Scheier and Charles Carver (1985) found a correlation between ____________________ and relatively good physical health.

Pete is the lead prosecution attorney in a murder case. So far the case has not been going well for him, and the defense attorneys have presented effective rebuttals for most of the points he has raised. The judge adjourned the case for the weekend, and Pete will have to present his closing arguments first thing Monday morning. While he is trying to write his closing statement, he daydreams about a surprise eyewitness to the crime suddenly stepping forward and clinching the case for him. In this example, Pete is MOST likely

Contracting the AIDS virus involves exchange of infected body fluids. Which of the following has NOT been suggested as a means for reducing such risk?

Long-term success rates for those who quit smoking are about

Which of the known health benefits of regular exercise can be BEST described as a "pleasant surprise" for researchers?

A positive emotional style is associated with an enhanced immune system response.

Do you have any favorite or habitual techniques for coping with stress? Explain how your techniques are examples of the categories of coping from this chapter's Application (reappraisal, humor, emotional release, relaxation, lessening physiological vulnerability). Do you use any methods that don't seem to fit into any of these categories?

Sherman's house was almost completely destroyed by fire last week. As he walked through the charred remains with the insurance adjuster, Sherman joked and said: "It's too bad that the only thing that wasn't destroyed is that ugly painting that my brother-in-law gave me for my birthday." In this stressful situation, Sherman's joking attitude

Describe several recent occasions when you've experienced stress. For each case identify the type(s) of stress you experienced and whatever emotional, physiological, and/or behavioral responses to stress you made.