Exam 11: Stress and Health

The stress resulting from the need to change and adapt to the dominant, or majority, culture is called ________.

Guillermo has recently moved to the United States, but has decided to live in a part of Chicago that is very similar to his native Philippines. He does not embrace or involve himself in American culture any more than is absolutely necessary. Guillermo is experiencing marginalization from the majority culture of his new home.

Gloria is a tax accountant who is very busy from January to April 15, which is the tax return filing deadline. She feels that she must work very long hours during this time to meet the April 15 deadline for all of her clients. Gloria is experiencing ________.

Research finds that the _____ gene is involved in initiation of the fight-or-flight response, and that women may use a different genetic mechanism in coping with stress.

________ is the term used to describe the physical, emotional, cognitive, and behavioral responses to events that are threatening or challenging.

Qimat must decide between two equally good choices for his weekend activity. He can either go fishing with his dad or go to an amusement park with his friends. This is an example of a(n) ________ conflict.

Steven doesn't think that his actions will help change his stressful job. Instead, he adopts the "Smile-the world looks brighter when you do!" coping style to deal with his stress. He is using what type of coping style?

Seira is very pleasant and likes to keep the peace. She finds it difficult to express emotions and internalizes her anger. She has few friends and spends a lot of time alone. According to research, Seira ________.

For someone who likes both movies and concerts, choosing between going to one or the other represents an ________ conflict.

Type B personality is characterized by competitiveness, high ambition, hostility, and irritability.

According to Richard Lazarus, when someone asks themselves, "How can I deal with this potentially harmful stressor?" the individual is focused on a ________ appraisal.