Questions and Answers
Symptoms of excessive stress include all of the following EXCEPT:
Which of the following glands does NOT release hormones into the bloodstream during a stress response?
A major side effect that stress can cause on the gastrointestinal system is __________.
elevated levels of cortisol, causing overeating
Which of the following statements relating to stress is FALSE?
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The general adaptation syndrome response includes __________.
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Which statement BEST describes the effects that stress has on the immune system?
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Once exhaustion sets in, stress becomes easier to manage.
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Which of the following symptoms is considered a physical effect of stress?
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The hormones released due to stress lead to increased risk of pregnancy.
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High blood pressure is a physical response to stress.
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The signs of cognitive (mental) stress include all of the following EXCEPT:
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Emotional signs of stress include aches and nausea.
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Illness is considered a behavioral stressor.
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Stress is __________.
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Study Notes
Symptoms of Stress
- Symptoms of excessive stress include: depression, constipation, headache, but NOT increased energy level.
Hormonal Response to Stress
- The pancreas does NOT release hormones into the bloodstream during a stress response; the pituitary, adrenal, and hypothalamus glands do.
Gastrointestinal Effects of Stress
- Stress can cause elevated cortisol levels, leading to overeating.
Misconceptions about Stress
- Stress is caused by various factors and results in automatic physiological responses; it is NOT always unhealthy and cannot be avoided.
General Adaptation Syndrome
- This syndrome includes three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.
Stress and the Immune System
- Stress increases vulnerability to infections and immune deficiency disorders.
Managing Stress and Exhaustion
- Once exhaustion sets in, managing stress becomes harder, not easier.
Physical Effects of Stress
- Chest pain is a recognized physical effect of stress, unlike mood swings, irritability, or restlessness.
Stress and Pregnancy
- Hormones released from stress do NOT lead to an increased risk of pregnancy.
Blood Pressure and Stress
- High blood pressure is a physical response to stress.
Cognitive Effects of Stress
- Signs of cognitive stress include loss of memory and concentration, but NOT isolation.
Emotional Signs of Stress
- Aches and nausea are NOT classified as emotional signs of stress.
Behavioral Stressors
- Illness is NOT considered a behavioral stressor.
Nature of Stress
- Stress is a body’s automatic physical response that can be positive or negative, depending on circumstances.
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