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Which personality trait is associated with an increased risk of developing dementia according to recent research?
Which personality trait is associated with an increased risk of developing dementia according to recent research?
What was one of the significant findings regarding repressive coping mechanisms in patients with heart disease?
What was one of the significant findings regarding repressive coping mechanisms in patients with heart disease?
What was the primary conclusion regarding Type-C personality traits and cancer outcomes in the study by Price et al (2001)?
What was the primary conclusion regarding Type-C personality traits and cancer outcomes in the study by Price et al (2001)?
What kind of intervention was utilized during the Montreal Heart Attack Readjustment trial?
What kind of intervention was utilized during the Montreal Heart Attack Readjustment trial?
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What was a significant finding from the meta-analysis by Jokela et al. (2014) regarding the Five Factor Model (FFM) and cancer risk?
What was a significant finding from the meta-analysis by Jokela et al. (2014) regarding the Five Factor Model (FFM) and cancer risk?
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Which outcome related to repressive coping was identified in the meta-analysis by Mund and Mitte (2012)?
Which outcome related to repressive coping was identified in the meta-analysis by Mund and Mitte (2012)?
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In the context of repressive coping and coronary heart disease (CHD), what did Denollet et al. (2008) find about repressors?
In the context of repressive coping and coronary heart disease (CHD), what did Denollet et al. (2008) find about repressors?
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In the longitudinal study by Balsis et al. (2005), what percentage of individuals exhibited personality change before dementia diagnosis?
In the longitudinal study by Balsis et al. (2005), what percentage of individuals exhibited personality change before dementia diagnosis?
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Which mechanism is suggested as a possible explanation for the adverse effects of repressive coping in heart disease according to Denollet et al. (2008)?
Which mechanism is suggested as a possible explanation for the adverse effects of repressive coping in heart disease according to Denollet et al. (2008)?
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What kind of personality change is most commonly associated with the onset of dementia?
What kind of personality change is most commonly associated with the onset of dementia?
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What coping strategy was most supported in McKenna et al. (1999) regarding breast cancer patients?
What coping strategy was most supported in McKenna et al. (1999) regarding breast cancer patients?
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What is the protective personality trait against dementia as found by Cipriani et al. (2015)?
What is the protective personality trait against dementia as found by Cipriani et al. (2015)?
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Which psychosocial intervention showed improved survival outcomes for high-anxiety men after a heart attack?
Which psychosocial intervention showed improved survival outcomes for high-anxiety men after a heart attack?
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What association did McKenna et al. (1999) fail to establish between psychosocial factors and breast cancer?
What association did McKenna et al. (1999) fail to establish between psychosocial factors and breast cancer?
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What characteristic does repressive coping manifest as, based on findings in various studies?
What characteristic does repressive coping manifest as, based on findings in various studies?
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In relation to repressive coping mechanisms, what hallmark feature typically characterizes repressors as noted in the psychological literature?
In relation to repressive coping mechanisms, what hallmark feature typically characterizes repressors as noted in the psychological literature?
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How does repressive coping potentially impact overall physical health according to the content provided?
How does repressive coping potentially impact overall physical health according to the content provided?
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What outcome was observed in high anxious men after receiving psychosocial support in the Montreal Heart Attack Readjustment trial?
What outcome was observed in high anxious men after receiving psychosocial support in the Montreal Heart Attack Readjustment trial?
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Which factor is most associated with Type D personality in cardiovascular disease outcomes?
Which factor is most associated with Type D personality in cardiovascular disease outcomes?
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What outcome does Type C personality primarily predict according to Temoshok?
What outcome does Type C personality primarily predict according to Temoshok?
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What finding was concluded from the Swedish prospective twin study regarding personality traits and cancer?
What finding was concluded from the Swedish prospective twin study regarding personality traits and cancer?
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How does anxiety relate to cancer according to limbic/endocrine systems research?
How does anxiety relate to cancer according to limbic/endocrine systems research?
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According to the discussed theories, Type D personality is associated with which of the following unhealthy behaviors?
According to the discussed theories, Type D personality is associated with which of the following unhealthy behaviors?
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Which personality trait was shown to have a reduced presence in lung cancer patients compared to controls?
Which personality trait was shown to have a reduced presence in lung cancer patients compared to controls?
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What behavior is associated with Type C personality traits?
What behavior is associated with Type C personality traits?
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Which of the following statements about Type A personality and coronary heart disease (CHD) is accurate?
Which of the following statements about Type A personality and coronary heart disease (CHD) is accurate?
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Which psychosocial mechanism is NOT a recognized factor linked with Type D personality?
Which psychosocial mechanism is NOT a recognized factor linked with Type D personality?
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What key characteristic distinguishes Type D personality from other personality types in the context of heart disease?
What key characteristic distinguishes Type D personality from other personality types in the context of heart disease?
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What was a significant limitation of Kissen and Eysenck's study regarding personality and lung cancer?
What was a significant limitation of Kissen and Eysenck's study regarding personality and lung cancer?
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According to the meta-analysis by O'Dell et al. (2011), how is Type D personality associated with health-related quality of life (HRQOL)?
According to the meta-analysis by O'Dell et al. (2011), how is Type D personality associated with health-related quality of life (HRQOL)?
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What conclusion was reached by Nakaya et al. regarding personality traits and cancer outcomes?
What conclusion was reached by Nakaya et al. regarding personality traits and cancer outcomes?
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What finding related to Type D personality did Matsuishi et al. (2019) report in cardiovascular patients?
What finding related to Type D personality did Matsuishi et al. (2019) report in cardiovascular patients?
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Which theory suggests that high blood pressure and stress hormones associated with Type A personality lead to coronary heart disease?
Which theory suggests that high blood pressure and stress hormones associated with Type A personality lead to coronary heart disease?
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Which of the following findings indicates a correlation between neuroticism and dementia risk?
Which of the following findings indicates a correlation between neuroticism and dementia risk?
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What is a consistent predictor of longevity according to studies referenced?
What is a consistent predictor of longevity according to studies referenced?
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Individuals with lower conscientiousness are more likely to exhibit which of the following characteristics?
Individuals with lower conscientiousness are more likely to exhibit which of the following characteristics?
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In the context of health-related behaviors, conscientiousness has been shown to be negatively related to which of the following?
In the context of health-related behaviors, conscientiousness has been shown to be negatively related to which of the following?
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In studies regarding personality and health outcomes, what commonality is associated with increased neuroticism?
In studies regarding personality and health outcomes, what commonality is associated with increased neuroticism?
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What is the potential impact of conscientiousness on heart disease intervention outcomes?
What is the potential impact of conscientiousness on heart disease intervention outcomes?
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Which personality trait change is commonly observed in dementia patients?
Which personality trait change is commonly observed in dementia patients?
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What outcome is suggested by the longitudinal studies regarding neuroticism's effects?
What outcome is suggested by the longitudinal studies regarding neuroticism's effects?
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Lower conscientiousness is associated with which of the following behavioral patterns?
Lower conscientiousness is associated with which of the following behavioral patterns?
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Repressive coping mechanisms are generally linked to which of the following personality characteristics?
Repressive coping mechanisms are generally linked to which of the following personality characteristics?
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Study Notes
Personality & Cancer
- No evidence of association between Type-C traits and cancer outcomes.
- No association between the Big Five Personality Traits (FFM: Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Neuroticism) and cancer risk or mortality.
Repressive Coping & Physical Health
- Repressive coping is a strategy where individuals divert their attention from threatening stimuli, including their own health.
- Repressors are individuals with low trait anxiety and high defensiveness, leading to a tendency to suppress negative emotions.
- Repressive coping is linked to higher physiological arousal, despite reporting low levels of distress or anxiety.
- Repressive coping is associated with increased risk for death and myocardial infarction (MI) in individuals with coronary heart disease.
Dementia & Personality Change
- Dementia is a syndrome involving cognitive and social symptoms that interfere with daily functioning.
- Personality changes are frequently observed in individuals with dementia, including disinhibition, apathy, and increased rigidity.
- 47% of individuals with dementia exhibited personality changes prior to dementia diagnosis.
- Neuroticism significantly increases the risk of dementia, while higher levels of conscientiousness appears to be protective.
Type D Personality & CHD
- Type D personality is characterized by negative affect and social inhibition.
- It is linked to increased risk of major adverse cardiac events (MACE) and lower health-related quality of life (HRQOL).
- Type D personality may contribute to adverse outcomes through increased stress, unhealthy lifestyles, and poorer treatment adherence.
Personality & Longevity
- Conscientiousness is a consistent predictor of longevity.
- Individuals with higher levels of conscientiousness tend to engage in fewer health-risk behaviors, thus contributing to improved lifespan.
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Explore the connections between personality traits and various health outcomes, including cancer, repressive coping, and dementia. This quiz examines the role of personality in both psychological and physical health, highlighting trends and findings in recent research.
