Question 1

People who are experiencing stress should avoid or limit caffeine for all of the following reasons EXCEPT that caffeine

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A)  is mildly addictive.
B)  is associated with irritability.
C)  might cause sleeplessness.
D)  acts as a sedative.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Which statement about people with hardy personalities is FALSE?

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A)  They view stressors as challenges.
B)  They tend to perceive fewer situations as stressful.
C)  They tend to believe their lives are controlled by outside factors.
D)  They have a commitment to their activities.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

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.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Mohammed just received an F on his term paper.Which type of stress is he likely to experience?

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A)  eustress
B)  burnout
C)  distress
D)  chronic stressE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 5

Being promoted to a longed-for but challenging job is an example of an event likely to cause distress rather than eustress.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Describe how stress levels can affect the immune system,and give three examples of stress-related health problems that could result from changes in immune system functioning.

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Question 7

If you are bothered by insomnia,you might try

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A)  going to bed and getting up at the same time every day.
B)  taking several naps during the day.
C)  exercising just before bedtime to ensure fatigue.
D)  all of theseE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 8

Which of the following statements regarding exercise and stress is FALSE?

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A)  Exercise enhances one's sense of general well-being.
B)  Exercise prevents the body from achieving homeostasis.
C)  Exercise reduces anxiety levels.
D)  Exercise expends built-up nervous energy.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

Laughter does all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  aid digestion.
B)  release endorphins.
C)  ease pain.
D)  increase blood pressure.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

Which of the following statements regarding exercise and stress is TRUE?

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A)  A long walk can help increase blood pressure.
B)  A brisk 10-minute walk can relax and energize you up to ten hours.
C)  Three 45-minute walks per week can increase your sense of wellness.
D)  People who exercise regularly have stronger physical responses to stress.E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

New technologies can be

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A)  time-savers.
B)  sources of stress.
C)  ways to build connections.
D)  all of theseE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Describe the three stages of the general adaptation syndrome,and give examples of someone experiencing each one.

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Question 13

Carrie constantly finds herself worrying about events that have not happened yet.As a result,she has trouble sleeping and experiences frequent headaches.Describe six cognitive techniques that she could use to help her cope with the stressors that greatly impact her life.Discuss the benefits of each technique,and explain why you have chosen each one.

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1. Mindfulness meditation: This techniqu...

Question 14

All of the following occur in non-REM sleep EXCEPT

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A)  the release of growth hormone.
B)  a drop in heart rate.
C)  slower and more even brain waves.
D)  the occurrence of dreams.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 15

Which of the following are common sources of stress for most college students?

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A)  academics and time management
B)  children and pets
C)  laundry and dishes
D)  involvement in political causesE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 16

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that is activated when a person is exposed to a stressor is the _______________ nervous system.

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A)  central
B)  somatic
C)  parasympathetic
D)  sympatheticE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 17

People with more stress tend to have more colds.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

The first step in creating a personal plan for managing stress is to

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A)  design your plan.
B)  identify your stressors.
C)  seek professional help.
D)  investigate support groups.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 19

Unrealistic expectations are a type of _______________ stressor.

Accepted Answer

A)  interpersonal
B)  internal
C)  environmental
D)  socialE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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

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