Exam 17: Health Psychology

To lose weight,Kelsey started using whole wheat bread instead of the usual white bread for making sandwiches.After following her new eating habit for six months,Kelsey does not even think about ordering anything but whole wheat bread sandwiches at restaurants.According to the stages of change model,this behavior is described as:

Discuss the criticisms of the stages of change model.

Martha is trying to change her exercise routine for a healthier lifestyle.She developed a new exercise schedule and planned to implement it the next month.Martha is in the _____ stage of the change model.

Mindy's friend is suffering from cancer.Since her friend has no family of her own,Mindy accompanies her to the chemotherapy sessions.Mindy also talks to her everyday so that she does not feel lonely.Which of the following types of social support is Mindy proving her friend?

Maurice has to study for her psychology test. However,all the textbooks on psychology in the library have been borrowed by other students. She had lent her notes to her friend,but did not get them back.The test is scheduled for the very next day,and she has a terrible headache. Maurice is experiencing:

The general adaptation syndrome refers to the:

Which of the following statements is true of effective coping with stress?

Missy has decided to start eating healthy food.She went to the grocery store and purchased a bunch of fruit and vegetables to begin her new nutritional program.Missy is at the _____ stage of the change model.

When a rat is first placed in an overcrowded cage,it will likely enter the _____ stage of the general adaptation syndrome.

Ryan has started working out in the gym so that he can play for the football team next year.He is very optimistic about being chosen in the team and feels his peers will support him.Ryan's views reflect:

Which of the following is likely to be included in the main strategy of a successful dieter?

Sam is an alcoholic.He gets drunk at parties four to five nights a week and he often experiences blackouts.Despite his friends' concerns,Sam does not think he has a problem and believes that he is just being a typical college student.Sam would most likely be classified as being in the _____ stage of change.

Sheldon had a mild heart attack even though he is not overweight,does not smoke,and exercises regularly.Therefore,the doctor is incorrect in diagnosing the cause as stress.

Lisa gives birth to a baby boy.While assuring her that she will be a good parent,Lisa's mother shows her how to take care of the baby.Lisa is thankful that her mother is also taking care of the household chores.This scenario exemplifies which type of benefit of social support?

Betty wants to lose weight.She has a positive attitude and feels that her friends,family,and co-workers are supportive.The theory of reasoned action suggests that effective change requires these factors,and also requires individuals to have nonspecific intentions about their behaviors.

Which of the following statements is true of relapse during the maintenance stage of the stages of change model?

Aerobic exercise increases heart and lung functioning.

Discuss the theories of reasoned action and planned behavior.

Describe three common methods used to quit an addictive habit like smoking.

Which of the following is a similarity between the central nervous system and the immune system of human beings?