Psychological Stress: Types, Effects, and Management

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Match the stress scenario with its primary characteristic:

Insomnia Due to Stress = Reduced sleep amount and impaired sleep quality due to a major stressor. Anticipatory Stress = Stress induced by future events that have not yet occurred. Performance Anxiety = Stress-induced fear of failure that worsens the initial issue. Stress and Memory Issues = Impaired memory consolidation due to chronic stress.

Match each scenario with the physiological response it primarily illustrates:

Stress and Memory Issues = Impairs memory consolidation during sleep Psychological Stress and Chronic Illness = Chronic activation of the stress response Stress-Induced Pain Perception = Heightens pain sensitivity Stress and Learned Helplessness = Stopping attempts to change circumstances

Match the stress scenario with the specific eating behavior it describes:

Stress-Induced Appetite Changes = Can lead to either overeating or undereating. Common Cold and Stress = Stress-induced immune suppresion Intermittent Stress Throughout the Day = Stress varies throughout the day due to different circumstances. Stress and Learned Helplessness = Stopping attempts to change circumstances

Match each scenario with the longer term consequence it can generate:

Psychological Stress and Chronic Illness = Long-term health problems. Stress-Induced Pain Perception = Feeling more pain than would be otherwise felt. Stress and Learned Helplessness = Stop trying to change their circumstances even when an opportunity arises. Performance Anxiety = Fear of failure leads to further stress and worsens the issue. Signup and view all the answers

Match the described scenario of stress with a possible outcome:

Insomnia Due to Stress = Difficulty in concentration and daytime fatigue. Stress-Induced Pain Perception = Heightened sensitivity to minor physical discomforts. Performance Anxiety = Avoidance of situations where performance is evaluated. Stress and Learned Helplessness = Passivity and resignation in the face of new challenges. Signup and view all the answers

Match each scenario with the coping strategy that would be most effective:

Insomnia Due to Stress = Establishing a relaxing bedtime routine, such as meditation. Anticipatory Stress = Practicing mindfulness and focusing on the present moment to reduce worries about future events. Performance Anxiety = Focusing on achievable steps and celebrating small successes. Stress and Learned Helplessness = Seeking counseling to develop coping strategies. Signup and view all the answers

Match each scenario to its most related psychological concept:

Stress and Memory Issues = Cognitive Interference Stress-Induced Pain Perception = Somatic Symptom Disorder Stress and Learned Helplessness = Attributional Style Psychological Stress and Chronic Illness = Psychoneuroimmunology Signup and view all the answers

Match each scenario to the most relevant physiological system it impacts:

Stress and Memory Issues = Central Nervous System Stress-Induced Pain Perception = Afferent nerve fibers Stress-Induced Appetite Changes = Ghrelin/Leptin control Common Cold and Stress = Immune System Signup and view all the answers

Match the stress scenario with the behavioral outcome:

Insomnia Due to Stress = Daytime fatigue and reduced cognitive function Performance Anxiety = Avoidance of performance-related situations Stress and Learned Helplessness = Withdrawal from challenging or uncertain situations Stress-Induced Appetite Changes = Unhealthy eating patterns and weight fluctuations Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of intervention with a different stress scenario:

Stress-Induced Pain Perception = Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR). Performance Anxiety = Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Stress and Learned Helplessness = A combination of cognitive restructuring and skills training. Psychological Stress and Chronic Illness = Integrative approaches Signup and view all the answers

Match the following scenarios with the physiological consequences of stress they illustrate:

Workplace Stress and Heart Disease = Prolonged activation of stress responses affecting heart function. Stress in Poverty = Inability to engage in stress-relief activities due to financial constraints exacerbates chronic stress. Stress and Public Speaking (in Diabetics) = Increased glucocorticoid secretion making it harder to regulate insulin and blood sugar levels. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Development of higher blood pressure and cardiovascular risks due to chronic stress. Signup and view all the answers

Match each scenario with the specific aspect of control or predictability that influences stress levels:

Academic Pressure (Nursing Home Visits) = Improved well-being is observed when the timing of visits can be controlled. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = High-pressure jobs with low control over workload lead to higher cardiovascular risks. Heart Disease and Chronic Stress = Frequent stressful events increase the likelihood of heart attacks. Stress in Poverty = Lack of financial resources to afford stress-relief activities. Signup and view all the answers

Match the scenario to the specific example of how environmental stressors directly impact health:

Workplace Stress and Heart Disease = Chronic workplace stress increases the risk of cardiovascular disease. Stress in Poverty = Financial hardship leads to chronic stress due to job insecurity and lack of resources. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Working in high-pressure jobs can cause higher blood pressure. Heart Disease and Chronic Stress = Frequent stress can lead to a higher likelihood of heart attacks. Signup and view all the answers

Match the scenarios with the physiological mechanisms by which stress exacerbates existing health conditions:

Stress and Public Speaking = Increased glucocorticoid secretion disrupts insulin regulation. Heart Disease and Chronic Stress = Stress-induced cardiovascular strain increases likelihood of heart attacks. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Chronic stress leads to the development of higher blood pressure. Workplace Stress and Heart Disease = Prolonged stress response affects heart function. Signup and view all the answers

Match the scenario with the role of the stress response in relation to specific diseases:

Workplace Stress and Heart Disease = Prolonged activation of stress responses impacts heart function. Stress and Public Speaking = Increased glucorticoid secretion makes it harder to regulate insulin and blood sugar levels. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Higher blood pressure due to chronic stress leads to cardiovascular risks. Heart Disease and Chronic Stress = Stress induced cardiovascular strain increases likelihood of heart attacks. Signup and view all the answers

Match the scenario to how it illustrates long-term exposure to stress:

Workplace Stress and Heart Disease = Chronic stress affects blood vessels and heart function. Stress in Poverty = Chronic stress due to financial hardship and job insecurity. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Chronic stress causes development of higher blood pressure. Heart Disease and Chronic Stress = Frequent stress increases susceptibility to heart attacks. Signup and view all the answers

Match each scenario with its implication for intervention strategies to reduce stress:

Academic Pressure = Stress levels can be managed with predictability and control. Stress in Poverty = Financial resources or means to relieve stress and improve well-being. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Workplace interventions that reduce pressure and increase control are beneficial. Heart Disease and Chronic Stress = Reducing exposure to stressful events improves heart health. Signup and view all the answers

Match the type of intervention most effective for the stressor presented in each scenario:

Workplace Stress and Heart Disease = Implementing workplace wellness programs. Stress in Poverty = Providing access to affordable healthcare and stress relief. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Introducing flexible work arrangements and increased work control. Heart Disease and Chronic Stress = Focusing on stress-reduction techniques in cardiac rehabilitation programs. Signup and view all the answers

Match each scenario with the most relevant physiological outcome of the stress experienced:

Stress and Public Speaking = Increased glucocorticoid levels due to stress. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Elevated blood pressure due to chronic stress. Heart Disease and Chronic Stress = Increased risk of heart attack from stress-induced cardiovascular complications. Workplace Stress and Heart Disease = Risk of developing cardiovascular disease due to chronic stress. Signup and view all the answers

Match the scenario with the research approach best suited to studying its effects:

Stress and Public Speaking = Experimental studies measuring endocrine responses during stress. Workplace Stress and Heart Disease = Longitudinal studies tracking incidence of cardiovascular disease. Job Stress and Blood Pressure = Occupational health studies assessing blood pressure in high-stress work enviroments. Stress in Poverty = Observational studies examining the impact of poverty and daily activities. Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Stress-Induced Insomnia

Difficulty falling asleep, often triggered by a major stressor.

Anticipatory Stress

Experiencing stress due to future events that haven't occurred yet.