30 Questions
What is the primary function of stress according to the text?
To help individuals adapt and cope with environmental threats
Which of the following is an example of eustress mentioned in the text?
A test or exam
What is a common physical symptom of stress?
Chest pain and rapid heartbeat
Which of the following is NOT listed as a behavioral symptom of stress in the text?
Aggressive behavior
According to the information provided, what is the autonomic nervous system's role in stress?
It causes the physical stress reaction
What does the text suggest about the experience of stress?
Stress looks different for everyone, and everyone deals with it differently
What is the main focus of the presentation?
The relationship between stress and overall health
According to the presentation, what was the purpose of the 'fight or flight' response in our ancestors?
To help them cope with the dangers they faced in their environment
Which of the following statements best describes the concept of 'natural selection' in the context of the presentation?
It refers to the process by which our ancestors who were best adapted to their environment were more likely to survive and reproduce
Based on the information provided, which of the following statements is true?
Our stress responses evolved as a way to cope with threats in our ancestral environment, but may not always be adaptive in modern times
According to the presentation, what is the likely outcome when an individual experiences a 'positive' danger followed by a 'negative' stress reaction?
The individual is likely to experience negative health consequences
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor that can impact our reaction to stress, according to the presentation?
Our socioeconomic status
What is a characteristic of Type A personality according to the text?
Smoking more
Which group was found to be nearly twice as likely to develop heart disease in the study mentioned in the text?
Type B personalities
How do B cells and T cells differ in their functions according to the text?
B cells fight bacteria, T cells fight viruses and cancer
What effect does stress have on the immune system?
Suppresses the immune system
What percentage of men who developed coronary heart disease were Type A personalities according to the text?
70%
What is emphasized as the key factor for helping in a big way according to the text?
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle
What is the primary cause of personal frustration?
Personal characteristics that impede progress toward a goal
Which of the following is NOT a common reaction to frustration?
Empathy
What is the definition of scapegoating in the context of frustration?
Blaming a person or group for conditions they did not create
What is the difference between external and personal frustration?
External frustration is based on external conditions, while personal frustration is caused by personal characteristics
Which of the following best describes displaced aggression?
Redirecting aggression to a target other than the source of one's frustration
What is the definition of conflict in the context of frustration?
Stressful condition that occurs when a person must choose between contradictory needs, desires, motives, or demands
What is the main difference between acute and chronic stressors?
Acute stressors have a clear endpoint while chronic stressors do not.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a common stressor in everyday life?
Death of a pet
What are the three main sources of stress?
Frustration, conflict of motives, and pressure
Which of the following is NOT an example of a significant life change listed in the text?
Moving to a new city
How are daily hassles described in the text?
As minor annoyances that can add up if facing other bad situations
What is the definition of a stressor?
A force that requires adjustment or coping strategies
Explore the impact of stress on overall health in this psychology class quiz. Learn about the health effects of behaviors like smoking, drug use, and diet. Understand how perceptions, emotions, and personality influence reactions to stress and seek treatment for stress-related illnesses.
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