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A pop quiz in class is an example of
A sense of being overwhelmed by perceived obligations to stay connected online is
Brian is considered a Type A personality by his friends because of his history of "road rage" and extreme competitiveness. All the following put him at increased risk for cardiovascular disease EXCEPT
Catrina just missed hitting a deer while driving and felt her racing heart slow down after taking a few deep breaths. This is an example of a(n)
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College freshmen living away from home for the first time may face a variety of conflicts due to differences between their own values and beliefs and those of
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Cortisol contributes to weight gain by
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David woke up in the middle of the night because he smelled smoke. This most likely caused him to experience
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Downshifting refers to the process of
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Exercise reduces stress primarily by
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Hearing a piercing scream late at night while walking on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome?
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Jade's heart races and she cannot think of anything to say when the cute guy in class sits next to her. This is an example of
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Which of the following is NOT true about meditation?
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Research has shown that laughter results in all of the following EXCEPT
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Research on stress and body function has found that prolonged stress
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Stress can have positive health effects.
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Stress has been associated with increased blood pressure and inflammatory responses. These are most closely associated with an increased risk for
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Stress management consists of
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The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the
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The primary hormone responsible for physiological stress responses such as increased heart and breathing rates is
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The stress hormone cortisol plays a major role during the stress response in
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To manage stress, the first step is to
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When acute stress bombards your brain with stress chemicals,
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When we are forced to choose between two or more competing desires, motives, behaviors, or impulses, which process is occurring?
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Which of the following statements BEST describes self-esteem?
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Which of the following characteristics of a Type A personality have been determined to most increase the risk for heart disease?
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Which of the following is most likely to cause eustress instead of distress?
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Which of the following hormones might contribute to the "Freshman 15"—the tendency to gain about 15 pounds during the first year of college?
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Which of the following forms of stress management originated as a form of self-defense?
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Which of the following BEST describes a Type C personality?
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You eat an entire box of cookies the night before you attend a Weight Watchers meeting. This is an example of
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Study Notes
Stress and Psychological Concepts
- A pop quiz in class is identified as a stressor, which can induce various stress responses.
- Technostress refers to feeling overwhelmed by the need to stay connected online.
- Type A personalities exhibit traits like road rage and high competitiveness, linked to a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, except for a positive attitude.
- An example of an adaptive response occurs when deep breathing helps reduce heart rate after a stressful near-miss incident while driving.
- College freshmen often face conflicts with parents and new acquaintances, reflecting differences in values when adapting to a new environment.
Biological Responses to Stress
- Cortisol contributes to weight gain by increasing hunger and activating fat-storing enzymes.
- Waking suddenly due to perceived danger, like smoke, triggers the fight-or-flight response.
- Downshifting involves simplifying one's life to reduce stress.
- Exercise combats stress primarily by increasing endorphins and lowering stress hormone levels, enhancing overall well-being.
Stress and Adaptation
- Hearing a loud scream can trigger the alarm phase of the general adaptation syndrome, a body's initial reaction to stress.
- Social anxiety, like racing heart when near someone attractive, illustrates the stress response.
- Claims about meditation include its role in managing stress, with the falsehood that only one effective style exists.
- Laughter is linked to stress reduction and increased oxygen levels, but does not heighten the risk of heart disease.
Long-term Effects of Stress
- Prolonged stress impairs the immune response, affecting overall health and disease susceptibility.
- Stress is capable of having positive effects on health, contradicting common perceptions.
- High blood pressure and inflammation from stress are significantly connected to cardiovascular disease.
Stress Management Techniques
- Effective stress management encompasses finding balance and coping strategies rather than attempting to eliminate all stress sources.
- The hypothalamus is crucial in managing the body's response to stress.
- Epinephrine is the primary hormone escalating heart rates and respiration during stress.
- Cortisol helps mobilize nutrients for energy during stress responses.
Stress Assessment and Decision-Making
- Identifying and assessing stressors is the foundational step in effective stress management.
- Acute stress can impair memory, affecting decision-making and concentration.
- Choosing between competing desires involves conflict, a common psychological challenge.
Self-Esteem and Personality Types
- Self-esteem relates to confidence and satisfaction with oneself, influencing overall mental health.
- Type A personality traits like anger and distrust significantly raise heart disease risk.
- An impending promotion generally causes eustress, contrasting with negative stressors like job loss.
- Cortisol is implicated in the "Freshman 15," the common weight gain during the first year of college.
Historical and Cultural Stress Management Practices
- Tai Chi originated as a self-defense practice that has evolved into a form of stress management.
- A Type C personality is characterized as stoic, often coping with stress without outward emotional expression.
- Engaging in behaviors conflicting with personal goals (e.g., binge eating before a Weight Watchers meeting) illustrates inconsistent behaviors stemming from stress.
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This quiz focuses on key concepts related to stress, including definitions, types of stressors, and personality traits associated with stress. You'll test your understanding of terms like technostress and the characteristics of Type A personalities. Get ready to reinforce your knowledge in psychology!
