HCA 301: Personal Causes of Stress

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According to Seligman's 2006 finding, an optimist views a difficult situation as:

temporary, external, and specific (correct)

permanent and internal

universal and self-inflicted

long-term and irreversible

What can result from comparing oneself to others?

Increased motivation

Improved self-esteem

Stress (correct)

Better decision-making

How does past experience influence an individual's ability to cope with stress?

It reduces self-esteem

It leads to increased anxiety

It has no impact

It provides insight into one's ability for successful coping (correct)

What is affected by a person's overall evaluation of their worth?

Their ability to cope with stress Signup and view all the answers

What can be a consequence of role ambiguity?

Difficulty coping with stress Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a personal cause of stress?

Life events Signup and view all the answers

What can help individuals deal better with strains from uncertainties?

High tolerance for ambiguity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a warning sign of too much stress?

Abrupt changes in mood and behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the fundamental condition for an organism to be in a state of equilibrium?

When the degree of stress is equal to the degree of ability to accommodate it Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the primary sources of stress at work identified by the Health and Safety Executive?

Demands such as workload and work patterns Signup and view all the answers

What is an important aspect of managing stress according to personal methods?

Identifying and nurturing social supports Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an organizational method for managing stress?

Proper matching of job with applicant Signup and view all the answers

What is one aspect of the 'Support' source of stress at work?

Access to resources and information Signup and view all the answers

What is a physical illness that can be caused by too much stress?

Migraine headaches Signup and view all the answers

How many primary sources of stress at work were identified by the Health and Safety Executive?

Six Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the combination of physical fatigue, emotional exhaustion, and cognitive weariness?

Burnout Signup and view all the answers

What is one way in which 'Roles' can be a source of stress at work?

Lack of clarity in roles Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a personal cause of stress, not related to work?

Lack of social support networks Signup and view all the answers