Question 1

The most effective component of weight-loss programs is

Accepted Answer

A) regular exercise. 
B) reduced water intake. 
C) skipping meals. 
D) regular sleep.

Question 2

Gemma has not smoked a cigarette for four months.However,after hearing about the death of a close friend,she went to a store,purchased a new pack,and smoked many cigarettes on her way home.Which of the following terms describes Gemma's decision to smoke again?

Accepted Answer

A) relapse 
B) transcendence 
C) contemplation 
D) precontemplation

Question 3

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.Which type of benefit of social support does this scenario exemplify?

Accepted Answer

A) tangible assistance 
B) information 
C) emotional support 
D) All of these.

Question 4

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 and has not got them back.The test is scheduled for the very next day,and she has a terrible headache.Maurice is experiencing

Accepted Answer

A) transcendence. 
B) stress. 
C) daily hassle. 
D) relapse.

Question 5

Discuss the preliminary hypotheses about the interaction that causes vulnerability to disease.

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Question 6

What are stress management programs?

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Question 7

Which of the following statements is true of the relationship between religious faith and health?

Accepted Answer

A) Religious involvement increases the risk of premature death. 
B) Religious faith is negatively correlated to the maintenance of a healthy lifestyle. 
C) All religions frown on moderation and promote excessive behaviors. 
D) The social connections promoted by religious activity can help prevent loneliness.

Question 8

The main difference between health psychology and behavioral medicine is that,in addition to behavioral and social influences,health psychology focuses on _____ influences,while behavioral medicine focuses on biomedical influences.

Accepted Answer

A) emotional 
B) ecological 
C) cognitive 
D) evolutionary

Question 9

Britney's dog,Dino,dies.Her mother tells her,"Don't worry! She is in a better place now.Isn't that more important?" Which of the following types of social support is Britney's mother providing her?

Accepted Answer

A) tangible assistance 
B) information 
C) emotional support 
D) logical support

Question 10

Which of the following statements is true of the relationship between stress and cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

A) Individuals who have had major life changes have a lower incidence of heart disease. 
B) People in a chronically stressed condition are less likely to take up smoking. 
C) Chronic emotional stress is associated with heart attacks and early deaths. 
D) The body's internal reactions to stress are the only risk people face.

Question 11

What is aerobic exercise? Give a few examples.

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Question 12

Which of the following activity will stimulate heart and lung activity?

Accepted Answer

A) typing 
B) swimming 
C) sleeping 
D) drinking water

Question 13

Bryan is having trouble with mathematics.His friend gives him a book that will help him score better and also teaches him easy ways to learn mathematics.In this scenario,which of the following types of social support is Bryan's friend providing him?

Accepted Answer

A) tangible assistance 
B) information 
C) emotional support 
D) logical support

Question 14

According to the general adaptation syndrome,serious damage to the body may occur during the _____ stage.

Accepted Answer

A) exhaustion 
B) resistance 
C) coping 
D) alarm

Question 15

In which of the following stages of the general adaptation syndrome does the body release hormones that affect the functioning of the immune system?

Accepted Answer

A) alarm 
B) adaptation 
C) contemplation 
D) exhaustion

Question 16

An event which is perceived to be stressful by one person will be perceived to be stressful by everyone else.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A person who tries to quit smoking by using the "cold turkey" approach is

Accepted Answer

A) pairing unpleasant consequences with an undesirable behavior. 
B) taking antipsychotic drugs. 
C) stopping smoking without making any major lifestyle changes. 
D) using nicotine substitutes.

Question 18

_____,proposed by Selye,is useful in helping people understand the link between stress and health.

Accepted Answer

A) Fisher syndrome 
B) General adaptation syndrome (GAS) 
C) Carpal tunnel syndrome 
D) Afferent loop syndrome (ALS)

Question 19

You are having fun at a New Year's Eve party when your friend Dominic tells you that he really wants to quit smoking.He asks you to share what you know about health psychology so that he can use your advice to help him to successfully quit.If you apply the theory of reasoned action to Dominic's situation,which of the following statements best represents the advice you should offer?

Accepted Answer

A) "Dominic,you should make an explicit commitment.If you are really serious about quitting,you should make a New Year's resolution to stop smoking." 
B) "Dominic,you should envision quitting smoking as a form of punishment for your previous behavior.Think of quitting as a negative behavior." 
C) "Dominic,you should make sure you surround yourself with friends who smoke and who don't support your goal of quitting.Having a little adversity from your social network will keep you motivated." 
D) "Dominic,you should give in to the 'higher power' and realize that you can't truly control your smoking behavior.Just hope and pray for the best."

Question 20

Mark is excited about the big presentation he is going to give to the board of directors of his company.Although he stayed up most of the previous night perfecting the presentation,he feels energized and ready to go.Mark is exhibiting

Accepted Answer

A) relapse. 
B) persistence. 
C) transcendence. 
D) hardiness.

Exam 17: Health Psychology