Question 1

Dewey just won a million-dollar lottery jackpot.One year from now,he is likely to be:

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A) more ecstatic than he was before he won the lottery. 
B) about as broke as he was before he won the lottery. 
C) more depressed than he was before he won the lottery. 
D) about as happy as he was before he won the lottery. 
A) more ecstatic than he was before he won the lottery. 
B) about as broke as he was before he won the lottery. 
C) more depressed than he was before he won the lottery. 
D) about as happy as he was before he won the lottery.

Question 2

Discuss some of the barriers to communication between health-care practitioners and their clients.Review some of the strategies clients might adopt to improve communication with health-care practitioners.

Accepted Answer

The answer should mention several of the

Question 3

Vivian always makes sure that he submits his class assignments before anybody else does.Also,he aims at getting the highest score among his classmates.Vivian has a _____ behavior pattern.

Accepted Answer

A) Type C 
B) Type B 
C) Type A 
D) Type D 
A) Type C 
B) Type B 
C) Type A 
D) Type D

Question 4

Which of the following messages is most likely to motivate the maintenance of an exercise program?

Accepted Answer

A) "If you exercise,you'll feel more energetic and look more attractive." 
B) "If you don't exercise,you'll gain weight and feel sluggish." 
C) "If you sit at home all day without any exercise,you will become obese." 
D) "If you do not exercise,you will start looking ugly." 
A) "If you exercise,you'll feel more energetic and look more attractive." 
B) "If you don't exercise,you'll gain weight and feel sluggish." 
C) "If you sit at home all day without any exercise,you will become obese." 
D) "If you do not exercise,you will start looking ugly."

Question 5

Jane is a calm and composed person who believes in working patiently.She hates the idea of employees working aggressively to win more incentives than their coworkers.She is cooperative with her coworkers and helps them whenever they are in need.Jane is a _____ individual.

Accepted Answer

A) Type C 
B) Type A 
C) Type B 
D) Type D 
A) Type C 
B) Type A 
C) Type B 
D) Type D

Question 6

Brandy is making sure she gets a full night's sleep tonight,so she'll be well rested before her mother-in-law's visit-a visit which she believes will surely be trying.She is practicing _____coping.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Brandy is making sure she gets a...

Question 7

Bruce prays for the strength to remain calm,even-tempered,and flexible no matter what stressors he may encounter.Bruce is engaged in _____coping.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Bruce prays for the strength to remain...

Question 8

A 1988 study conducted by Lehman and Taylor reports that California students living in dormitories,close to areas of geological fault,unlikely to withstand an earthquake were more likely to doubt earthquake predictions than were students living in safer structures.This example best illustrates:

Accepted Answer

A) avoidant coping. 
B) a projection. 
C) emotion-based coping. 
D) a defense mechanism. 
A) avoidant coping. 
B) a projection. 
C) emotion-based coping. 
D) a defense mechanism.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is TRUE about emotion-focused coping?

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A) In emotion-focused coping,a person may use wishful thinking to reduce stress or use more direct escape routes. 
B) Taking time-out from stress by creating positive events is a type of emotion-focused coping. 
C) Emotion-focused coping may be more effective than problem-focused coping when the situation is unchangeable. 
D) Emotion-focused coping attempts to modify the source of stress. 
A) In emotion-focused coping,a person may use wishful thinking to reduce stress or use more direct escape routes. 
B) Taking time-out from stress by creating positive events is a type of emotion-focused coping. 
C) Emotion-focused coping may be more effective than problem-focused coping when the situation is unchangeable. 
D) Emotion-focused coping attempts to modify the source of stress.

Question 10

Most people think that they are _____ famous people like Oprah Winfrey.

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A) somewhat less happy than 
B) just as happy as 
C) happier than 
D) much less happy than 
A) somewhat less happy than 
B) just as happy as 
C) happier than 
D) much less happy than

Question 11

Which of the following statements is TRUE about happiness?

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A) Men and women report being equally happy. 
B) African Americans are much less happy than whites. 
C) People in poor countries are much less happy than people are in the West. 
D) Countries that are not economically prosperous do not have happy residents. 
A) Men and women report being equally happy. 
B) African Americans are much less happy than whites. 
C) People in poor countries are much less happy than people are in the West. 
D) Countries that are not economically prosperous do not have happy residents.

Question 12

The _____ behavior pattern is a cluster of behaviors involving hostility,competitiveness,time urgency,and feeling driven.

Accepted Answer

A) Type B 
B) Type D 
C) Type C 
D) Type A 
A) Type B 
B) Type D 
C) Type C 
D) Type A

Question 13

Katie was very excited about the athletics event to be held in her school.She got injured just a few days before the event and was asked by her physician to take rest for one full day.She was very frustrated and worried that she might be replaced by her friend,Elaine,if she misses her daily practice.She ignored her physician's advice,went ahead with her practice,and worsened the injury.Katie is most likely a _____ personality.

Accepted Answer

A) Type B 
B) Type A 
C) Type C 
D) Type D 
A) Type B 
B) Type A 
C) Type C 
D) Type D

Question 14

Susan has been working tirelessly for the past few weeks to meet tight deadlines.She is also being compelled by her parents to get married and settle down.Susan is stressed and has been diagnosed with high blood pressure,skin rashes,and fatigue.She is in a helpless state and thinks her life is in turmoil.Susan is suffering from a(n)_____.

Accepted Answer

A) emotional insulation 
B) defense mechanism 
C) psychophysiological disorder 
D) general adaptation syndrome 
A) emotional insulation 
B) defense mechanism 
C) psychophysiological disorder 
D) general adaptation syndrome

Question 15

"If you don't drink at least one full glass of water each day,you're going to get kidney stones," admonishes your friend.This is a(n)_____ framed health message.

Accepted Answer

A) negatively 
B) neutrally 
C) positively 
D) invasively 
A) negatively 
B) neutrally 
C) positively 
D) invasively

Question 16

Which of the following would qualify as an example of a cataclysmic event?

Accepted Answer

A) Being stranded in an earthquake affected area 
B) Getting ready for the first day at work 
C) Getting irritated due to slow Internet connection at work 
D) Suffering from a severe headache 
A) Being stranded in an earthquake affected area 
B) Getting ready for the first day at work 
C) Getting irritated due to slow Internet connection at work 
D) Suffering from a severe headache

Question 17

After a year of avoiding cigarettes,the probability of relapse is _____.

Accepted Answer

A) 10% 
B) 25% 
C) 35% 
D) 50% 
A) 10% 
B) 25% 
C) 35% 
D) 50%

Question 18

Distinguish between cataclysmic events,personal stressors,and background stressors.Discuss the various effects on stress and well-being associated with these different types of events.Illustrate your answer with references to specific events you have experienced.

Accepted Answer

Students' answers may vary.
The answer s

Question 19

Which of the following behavior patterns is correctly matched with its typical trait?

Accepted Answer

A) Type A: insecure 
B) Type B: cooperative 
C) Type D: hostile 
D) Type A: noncompetitive 
A) Type A: insecure 
B) Type B: cooperative 
C) Type D: hostile 
D) Type A: noncompetitive

Question 20

Which of the following is TRUE of cancer?

Accepted Answer

A) Development of cancer is directly related to the Type A behavior pattern. 
B) Cancer is a disease which cannot be cured even if detected early. 
C) Cancer spreads when certain cells in the body become altered and multiply rapidly in an uncontrolled fashion. 
D) Conclusive evidence suggests that cancer patients are less emotionally reactive,suppress anger,and lack outlets for emotional release. 
A) Development of cancer is directly related to the Type A behavior pattern. 
B) Cancer is a disease which cannot be cured even if detected early. 
C) Cancer spreads when certain cells in the body become altered and multiply rapidly in an uncontrolled fashion. 
D) Conclusive evidence suggests that cancer patients are less emotionally reactive,suppress anger,and lack outlets for emotional release.

Dewey just won a million-dollar lottery jackpot.One year from now,he is likely to be:

Discuss some of the barriers to communication between health-care practitioners and their clients.Review some of the strategies clients might adopt to improve communication with health-care practitioners.

Vivian always makes sure that he submits his class assignments before anybody else does.Also,he aims at getting the highest score among his classmates.Vivian has a _____ behavior pattern.

Which of the following messages is most likely to motivate the maintenance of an exercise program?

Jane is a calm and composed person who believes in working patiently.She hates the idea of employees working aggressively to win more incentives than their coworkers.She is cooperative with her coworkers and helps them whenever they are in need.Jane is a _____ individual.

Brandy is making sure she gets a full night's sleep tonight,so she'll be well rested before her mother-in-law's visit-a visit which she believes will surely be trying.She is practicing _____coping.

Bruce prays for the strength to remain calm,even-tempered,and flexible no matter what stressors he may encounter.Bruce is engaged in _____coping.

A 1988 study conducted by Lehman and Taylor reports that California students living in dormitories,close to areas of geological fault,unlikely to withstand an earthquake were more likely to doubt earthquake predictions than were students living in safer structures.This example best illustrates:

Which of the following statements is TRUE about emotion-focused coping?

Most people think that they are _____ famous people like Oprah Winfrey.

Which of the following statements is TRUE about happiness?

The _____ behavior pattern is a cluster of behaviors involving hostility,competitiveness,time urgency,and feeling driven.

"If you don't drink at least one full glass of water each day,you're going to get kidney stones," admonishes your friend.This is a(n)_____ framed health message.

Which of the following would qualify as an example of a cataclysmic event?

After a year of avoiding cigarettes,the probability of relapse is _____.

Distinguish between cataclysmic events,personal stressors,and background stressors.Discuss the various effects on stress and well-being associated with these different types of events.Illustrate your answer with references to specific events you have experienced.

Which of the following behavior patterns is correctly matched with its typical trait?

Which of the following is TRUE of cancer?

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Exam 14: Health Psychology: Stress, Coping, and Well-Being

Dewey just won a million-dollar lottery jackpot.One year from now,he is likely to be:

Discuss some of the barriers to communication between health-care practitioners and their clients.Review some of the strategies clients might adopt to improve communication with health-care practitioners.

Vivian always makes sure that he submits his class assignments before anybody else does.Also,he aims at getting the highest score among his classmates.Vivian has a _____ behavior pattern.

Which of the following messages is most likely to motivate the maintenance of an exercise program?

Jane is a calm and composed person who believes in working patiently.She hates the idea of employees working aggressively to win more incentives than their coworkers.She is cooperative with her coworkers and helps them whenever they are in need.Jane is a _____ individual.

Brandy is making sure she gets a full night's sleep tonight,so she'll be well rested before her mother-in-law's visit-a visit which she believes will surely be trying.She is practicing _____coping.

Bruce prays for the strength to remain calm,even-tempered,and flexible no matter what stressors he may encounter.Bruce is engaged in _____coping.

A 1988 study conducted by Lehman and Taylor reports that California students living in dormitories,close to areas of geological fault,unlikely to withstand an earthquake were more likely to doubt earthquake predictions than were students living in safer structures.This example best illustrates:

Which of the following statements is TRUE about emotion-focused coping?

Most people think that they are _____ famous people like Oprah Winfrey.

Which of the following statements is TRUE about happiness?

The _____ behavior pattern is a cluster of behaviors involving hostility,competitiveness,time urgency,and feeling driven.

"If you don't drink at least one full glass of water each day,you're going to get kidney stones," admonishes your friend.This is a(n)_____ framed health message.

Which of the following would qualify as an example of a cataclysmic event?

After a year of avoiding cigarettes,the probability of relapse is _____.

Distinguish between cataclysmic events,personal stressors,and background stressors.Discuss the various effects on stress and well-being associated with these different types of events.Illustrate your answer with references to specific events you have experienced.

Which of the following behavior patterns is correctly matched with its typical trait?

Which of the following is TRUE of cancer?

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Neuroscience and Behavior

Sensation and Perception

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