Question 1

Tai chi can be an effective stress reducer as it

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A) teaches students to remain calm and centered. 
B) is an excellent cardiovascular workout. 
C) aids the student in working against various stressors. 
D) is easily self-taught. 
A) teaches students to remain calm and centered. 
B) is an excellent cardiovascular workout. 
C) aids the student in working against various stressors. 
D) is easily self-taught.

Question 2

The long-term wear and tear of the stress response has been termed

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A) eustress. 
B) distress. 
C) homeostasis. 
D) the allostatic load. 
A) eustress. 
B) distress. 
C) homeostasis. 
D) the allostatic load.

Question 3

Philip is attempting to deal with his stress.Which of the following would NOT be helpful?

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A) thinking and acting constructively 
B) keeping his expectations at moderate and achievable levels 
C) trying to remember as much information as possible 
D) living in the present 
A) thinking and acting constructively 
B) keeping his expectations at moderate and achievable levels 
C) trying to remember as much information as possible 
D) living in the present

Question 4

Stress has been found to contribute to which of the following psychological problems?

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A) depression 
B) post-traumatic stress disorder 
C) eating disorders 
D) depression and eating disorders 
E) All of the choices are correct. 
A) depression 
B) post-traumatic stress disorder 
C) eating disorders 
D) depression and eating disorders 
E) All of the choices are correct.

Question 5

All of the following are recommended by your text as time-management strategies,EXCEPT

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A) setting priorities. 
B) breaking down long-term goals into short term ones. 
C) avoiding unstructured time. 
D) keeping track of tasks you put off. 
A) setting priorities. 
B) breaking down long-term goals into short term ones. 
C) avoiding unstructured time. 
D) keeping track of tasks you put off.

Question 6

Because watching television is usually a "time sink" while you are on a deadline,it is wise to

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A) limit your television break to 5-10 minutes. 
B) avoid turning on the television. 
C) realize you need a break and just watch a few shows. 
D) surf the Internet for a few minutes instead. 
A) limit your television break to 5-10 minutes. 
B) avoid turning on the television. 
C) realize you need a break and just watch a few shows. 
D) surf the Internet for a few minutes instead.

Question 7

Situation
Sue has been attending college for about a month.During the past week,she has been having trouble sleeping,experiencing headaches,and is having trouble concentrating,especially when she has an upcoming test.
-Which of the following strategies would NOT help alleviate Sue's symptoms?

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A) ignoring the symptoms because they will go away with time 
B) learning and practicing muscle relaxation 
C) devising a study plan 
D) practice deep breathing exercise during stressful times 
A) ignoring the symptoms because they will go away with time 
B) learning and practicing muscle relaxation 
C) devising a study plan 
D) practice deep breathing exercise during stressful times

Question 8

The parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system

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A) is responsible for mobilizing energy sources for use in a crisis. 
B) activates the endocrine system. 
C) is in control when one is frightened or angry. 
D) aids in digestion and promoting growth. 
A) is responsible for mobilizing energy sources for use in a crisis. 
B) activates the endocrine system. 
C) is in control when one is frightened or angry. 
D) aids in digestion and promoting growth.

Question 9

The resistance state of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by symptoms such as distorted perceptions and disorganized thinking.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following would be the LEAST effective strategy for coping with stress?

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A) denying the reality of the stress 
B) exercising 
C) improving time-management skills 
D) maintaining a strong social support system 
A) denying the reality of the stress 
B) exercising 
C) improving time-management skills 
D) maintaining a strong social support system

Question 11

If you are still emotionally distressed days or weeks after a tragic event,

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A) that is normal;give yourself more time. 
B) consider sharing your feelings with others. 
C) consider seeking professional help. 
D) A and B 
A) that is normal;give yourself more time. 
B) consider sharing your feelings with others. 
C) consider seeking professional help. 
D) A and B

Question 12

Carey would like to use meditation to help her manage her stress.Which of the following is likely to happen as a result of her use of this technique?

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A) It will help her tune out the world,temporarily removing sources of stress. 
B) It will help her rehearse upcoming events so that stress in her life will be reduced. 
C) It will help her to analyze the stressors in her life more effectively. 
D) It will help her visualize her tasks that need to be completely in a more efficient way. 
A) It will help her tune out the world,temporarily removing sources of stress. 
B) It will help her rehearse upcoming events so that stress in her life will be reduced. 
C) It will help her to analyze the stressors in her life more effectively. 
D) It will help her visualize her tasks that need to be completely in a more efficient way.

Question 13

Over half the adults in the United States suffer from insomnia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A stress management technique that focuses primarily on your breathing pattern is called

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A) hatha yoga. 
B) deep breathing. 
C) t'ai chi ch'uan. 
D) laughter. 
A) hatha yoga. 
B) deep breathing. 
C) t'ai chi ch'uan. 
D) laughter.

Question 15

Laughter does all of the following,EXCEPT

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A) aid digestion. 
B) increase pulse rate. 
C) ease pain. 
D) lower blood pressure. 
A) aid digestion. 
B) increase pulse rate. 
C) ease pain. 
D) lower blood pressure.

Question 16

Which of the following systems are responsible for your body's physical response to stressors?

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A) cardiovascular and respiratory 
B) nervous and endocrine 
C) digestive and lymph 
D) muscular and skeletal 
A) cardiovascular and respiratory 
B) nervous and endocrine 
C) digestive and lymph 
D) muscular and skeletal

Question 17

There is very little research linking stress to psychological problems such as depression and panic attacks.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The general adaptation syndrome is believed to be a universal and predictable response pattern to all stressors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which one of the following statements is TRUE of progressive relaxation?

Accepted Answer

A) It is based on the use of your imagination and your skill at imagery. 
B) It requires no willpower or imagination. 
C) It increases oxygen consumption to the muscles. 
D) It is the only relaxation technique that also permits you to achieve cardiovascular fitness benefits. 
A) It is based on the use of your imagination and your skill at imagery. 
B) It requires no willpower or imagination. 
C) It increases oxygen consumption to the muscles. 
D) It is the only relaxation technique that also permits you to achieve cardiovascular fitness benefits.

Question 20

The physical response to taking a final exam varies in intensity from student to student.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 2: Stress: The Constant Challenge

Tai chi can be an effective stress reducer as it

The long-term wear and tear of the stress response has been termed

Philip is attempting to deal with his stress.Which of the following would NOT be helpful?

Stress has been found to contribute to which of the following psychological problems?

All of the following are recommended by your text as time-management strategies,EXCEPT

Because watching television is usually a "time sink" while you are on a deadline,it is wise to

Situation Sue has been attending college for about a month.During the past week,she has been having trouble sleeping,experiencing headaches,and is having trouble concentrating,especially when she has an upcoming test. -Which of the following strategies would NOT help alleviate Sue's symptoms?

The parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system

The resistance state of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by symptoms such as distorted perceptions and disorganized thinking.

Which of the following would be the LEAST effective strategy for coping with stress?

If you are still emotionally distressed days or weeks after a tragic event,

Carey would like to use meditation to help her manage her stress.Which of the following is likely to happen as a result of her use of this technique?

Over half the adults in the United States suffer from insomnia.

A stress management technique that focuses primarily on your breathing pattern is called

Laughter does all of the following,EXCEPT

Which of the following systems are responsible for your body's physical response to stressors?

There is very little research linking stress to psychological problems such as depression and panic attacks.

The general adaptation syndrome is believed to be a universal and predictable response pattern to all stressors.

Which one of the following statements is TRUE of progressive relaxation?

The physical response to taking a final exam varies in intensity from student to student.

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