Question 1

The pituitary gland functions as control center of the sympathetic nervous system, directing the body's stress response.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Increased plaque build-up in the arteries and increased blood pressure can indicate a direct relationship between stress and

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A)   respiratory disease.
B)   cancer.
C)   digestive disorders.
D)   cardiovascular disease.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 3

Chronic stress may cause weight gain.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Eduardo's football team is playing the number one team in their division. They have to win this game to qualify for the regional championship. Eduardo is stressed because of the extreme importance of this game. This kind of stress is

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A)   chronic stress.
B)   eustress.
C)   distress.
D)   acute stress.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 5

Extreme stress may cause hair loss.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The physiological state in which the body's systems are functioning normally is known as

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A)   distress.
B)   eustress.
C)   homeostasis.
D)   adaptation.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Telogen effluvium and alopecia areata are two stress-related conditions that result in

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A)   low back pain.
B)   digestive problems.
C)   hair turning gray.
D)   hair loss.E) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 8

Tiffany has been under a great deal of stress during the past year and has experienced unexplained weight gain. Which of the following hormones may be linked to her weight gain?

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A)   Epinephrine
B)   Norepinepherine
C)   Cortisol
D)   InsulinE) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 9

Anger is often the result of frustrations, resentments, perceived threats, or unmet expectations.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Cortisol is the hormone that makes stored nutrients available for energy as part of the stress response.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

How does the cultivation of spirituality assist in stress management?

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Question 12

Explain how prolonged or chronic stress negatively affects physical and psychological health.

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Prolonged or chronic stress can lead to ...

Question 13

Name the three qualities that characterize psychologically hardy people and explain how they would manifest these qualities.

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1. Control: being in control of thoughts...

Question 14

A corporate executive takes an early retirement from his high-stress city job and moves to a small rural community. He takes up painting again after 30 years and sells his work at weekend art fairs. This is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)   stress inoculation.
B)   cognitive coping.
C)   downshifting.
D)   stress management.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 15

The 2011 Stress in America survey reported which two concerns to be the leading causes of stress in American adults?

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A)   Housing and health issues
B)   Money and work issues
C)   Family responsibilities and money issues
D)   Relationships and health issuesE) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

When the body's stress response is activated, which of the following occurs?

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A)   Blood flow to muscles decreases.
B)   Salivation increases.
C)   Blood-clotting ability increases.
D)   Blood-clotting ability decreases.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 17

An effective way to avoid overcommitment is to

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A)   say "No" in a kind but firm manner.
B)   schedule time for others' needs first.
C)   withdraw from others so they won't bother you.
D)   promise to help fix others' problems at a later time.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 18

Julio works two jobs, attends school part-time, and helps care for an ailing parent. Describe at least three physical symptoms he may experience as a result of his stress levels.

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(any three of the following)
1. Tension ...

Question 19

A tangible stressor is a thought or fear that initiates a stress response.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Creating pleasant mental images that promote relaxation is a technique known as

Accepted Answer

A)   anger management.
B)   visualization.
C)   dream therapy.
D)   meditation.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Exam 3: Managing Stress and Coping With Life's Challenges

Explain how prolonged or chronic stress negatively affects physical and psychological health.

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Julio works two jobs, attends school part-time, and helps care for an ailing parent. Describe at least three physical symptoms he may experience as a result of his stress levels.

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Tiffany has been under a great deal of stress during the past year and has experienced unexplained weight gain. Which of the following hormones may be linked to her weight gain?

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When the body's stress response is activated, which of the following occurs?

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Extreme stress may cause hair loss.

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Increased plaque build-up in the arteries and increased blood pressure can indicate a direct relationship between stress and

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Eduardo's football team is playing the number one team in their division. They have to win this game to qualify for the regional championship. Eduardo is stressed because of the extreme importance of this game. This kind of stress is

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A corporate executive takes an early retirement from his high-stress city job and moves to a small rural community. He takes up painting again after 30 years and sells his work at weekend art fairs. This is an example of

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The physiological state in which the body's systems are functioning normally is known as

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Creating pleasant mental images that promote relaxation is a technique known as

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Cortisol is the hormone that makes stored nutrients available for energy as part of the stress response.

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Chronic stress may cause weight gain.

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How does the cultivation of spirituality assist in stress management?

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A tangible stressor is a thought or fear that initiates a stress response.

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The pituitary gland functions as control center of the sympathetic nervous system, directing the body's stress response.

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An effective way to avoid overcommitment is to

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Anger is often the result of frustrations, resentments, perceived threats, or unmet expectations.

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Name the three qualities that characterize psychologically hardy people and explain how they would manifest these qualities.

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The 2011 Stress in America survey reported which two concerns to be the leading causes of stress in American adults?

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Telogen effluvium and alopecia areata are two stress-related conditions that result in

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