Exam 11: Stress and Health Psychology

Each of the following is linked to recovery from posttraumatic stress disorder except _________.

Direct coping refers to any action we take to change an uncomfortable situation.

Any intentional effort to change an uncomfortable situation is called ________ coping.

People who respond to life events with impatience, hostility, competitiveness, urgency, and constant striving are said to be exhibiting a ________ behavior pattern.

Elderly people who pray or attend religious services regularly have ________ health and ________ rates of depression than those who do not.

People with a Type D personality produce excessive amounts of ________.

People who respond to life's events with a laid-back, easygoing attitude are said to be exhibiting a ________ behavior pattern.

Petty annoyances, irritations, and frustrations that arise from chronic or repeated conditions of living are called ________.

Identify, define, and discuss at least five defense mechanisms. Give at least one example for each defense mechanism presented.