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Research indicates that people who _____ are more vulnerable to disease.
Research indicates that people who _____ are more vulnerable to disease.
are recently widowed
A challenging or threatening event that causes stress is called a(n) _____.
A challenging or threatening event that causes stress is called a(n) _____.
stressor
The correct order of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is: an alarm reaction, _____, exhaustion.
The correct order of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is: an alarm reaction, _____, exhaustion.
resistance
The correct order of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is: an alarm reaction, resistance, _____.
The correct order of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is: an alarm reaction, resistance, _____.
The process of appraising an event as threatening is called:
The process of appraising an event as threatening is called:
Research indicates that people who are recently _____ are more vulnerable to disease.
Research indicates that people who are recently _____ are more vulnerable to disease.
The second phase of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is characterized by _____.
The second phase of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is characterized by _____.
Stress predicted increased _____ risk in a classic study by Meyer Friedman and Ray Rosenman.
Stress predicted increased _____ risk in a classic study by Meyer Friedman and Ray Rosenman.
B lymphocytes release _____ that fight bacterial infections.
B lymphocytes release _____ that fight bacterial infections.
People who are easygoing, relaxed, and don't let things get to them are classified as _____.
People who are easygoing, relaxed, and don't let things get to them are classified as _____.
People who are competitive, super motivated, impatient, and verbally aggressive are likely to be classified as _____.
People who are competitive, super motivated, impatient, and verbally aggressive are likely to be classified as _____.
Type _____ personalities are characterized by high levels of anger; Type _____ personalities are characterized by high levels of distress.
Type _____ personalities are characterized by high levels of anger; Type _____ personalities are characterized by high levels of distress.
In a classic study, it was found that _____ predicted increased heart attack risk.
In a classic study, it was found that _____ predicted increased heart attack risk.
The Type A personality type is linked with a higher incidence of heart disease, whereas the _____ personality type is linked with a lower incidence of heart disease.
The Type A personality type is linked with a higher incidence of heart disease, whereas the _____ personality type is linked with a lower incidence of heart disease.
Someone who is experiencing _____ and has had a heart attack is more likely to be the victim of another attack.
Someone who is experiencing _____ and has had a heart attack is more likely to be the victim of another attack.
Because Type A people tend to be more abrasive and irritable, this combined with high cholesterol can cause altered heart rhythms that can lead to a(n) _____.
Because Type A people tend to be more abrasive and irritable, this combined with high cholesterol can cause altered heart rhythms that can lead to a(n) _____.
_____ is linked with a higher incidence of heart disease, whereas _____ is linked with a lower incidence of heart disease.
_____ is linked with a higher incidence of heart disease, whereas _____ is linked with a lower incidence of heart disease.
According to Friedman et al, Sandy is a(n) _____ personality.
According to Friedman et al, Sandy is a(n) _____ personality.
Doctors often _____ the immune system to protect transplanted organs.
Doctors often _____ the immune system to protect transplanted organs.
Which of the following statements is MOST likely true about Molly and James?
Which of the following statements is MOST likely true about Molly and James?
Hakeem has a(n) _____ explanatory style.
Hakeem has a(n) _____ explanatory style.
What should Carissa do while experiencing anxiety during finals week?
What should Carissa do while experiencing anxiety during finals week?
Which of the following scenarios is most likely when Jessica finds money on the ground?
Which of the following scenarios is most likely when Jessica finds money on the ground?
"Mindful people" show more activation in the _____ cortex.
"Mindful people" show more activation in the _____ cortex.
We are likely to _____ the duration of our emotions and underestimate our resilience.
We are likely to _____ the duration of our emotions and underestimate our resilience.
A local religious organization has taken an interest in reaching out to community members with AIDS.They were prompted to do this when they learned that religiously active AIDS patients _____ than do their nonreligious counterparts.
A local religious organization has taken an interest in reaching out to community members with AIDS.They were prompted to do this when they learned that religiously active AIDS patients _____ than do their nonreligious counterparts.
Compared to college students in the 1960s, today's college students report being wealthy as _____ important than having a meaningful life.
Compared to college students in the 1960s, today's college students report being wealthy as _____ important than having a meaningful life.
Serafina is preparing a lecture on the benefits of exercise and she will highlight that exercise orders up mood-boosting chemicals such as _____.
Serafina is preparing a lecture on the benefits of exercise and she will highlight that exercise orders up mood-boosting chemicals such as _____.
Aerobic exercise increases the body's production of ________.
Aerobic exercise increases the body's production of ________.
Gina sat quietly in her room and paid attention to her internal emotional and physical state without judging. This is called ______.
Gina sat quietly in her room and paid attention to her internal emotional and physical state without judging. This is called ______.
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Study Notes
Vulnerability to Disease
- Recently widowed individuals are more susceptible to disease due to heightened stress levels.
Stress and Stressors
- A stressor is defined as any challenging or threatening event that results in stress.
- The general adaptation syndrome (GAS) includes three phases: alarm reaction, resistance, and exhaustion.
General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)
- The resistance phase follows the alarm reaction in the GAS.
- Exhaustion is the final stage of the GAS that occurs after resistance.
Heart Disease and Stress
- Research indicates stress can elevate heart attack risk, particularly studied among tax accountants.
- High blood cholesterol and clotting speed are indicators that stress can predict increased risk for heart attacks.
Immune Response
- B lymphocytes play a crucial role in the immune system by releasing antibodies that combat bacterial infections.
Personality Types and Health
- Type A personalities are characterized by competitiveness and high stress, leading to a greater risk of heart disease.
- Type B personalities are more relaxed and experience a lower incidence of heart disease.
- Type D personalities are associated with high levels of distress.
Stress and Personality Examples
- A person who frequently interrupts or finishes others' sentences is indicative of a Type A personality.
- Major depression increases the likelihood of individuals experiencing subsequent heart attacks.
Emotional Resilience and Explanatory Style
- Individuals often overestimate the duration of their emotions while underestimating their resilience.
- A pessimistic explanatory style can hinder one's perspective on success and setbacks.
Coping Strategies
- Engaging in enjoyable activities, like spending time with pets, can effectively alleviate stress during exams.
Kindness and Contagion
- Mindful individuals often exhibit more prosocial behavior, like helping strangers in need.
Mindfulness and Brain Activation
- Mindfulness meditation can enhance activation in the prefrontal cortex, responsible for complex thought and self-regulation.
Societal Trends and Values
- Today's college students place greater importance on wealth compared to previous generations, who prioritized meaningful life experiences.
Exercise Benefits
- Regular aerobic exercise is linked with increased production of serotonin, a chemical associated with mood elevation.
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