22 Questions
What was found to be the lowest risk factor for suicide according to the text?
Moderate stress levels
How does stress influence heart disease according to the text?
Stress can negatively affect the heart through activating the sympathetic nervous system
In response to stress, what do some individuals develop cravings for according to the text?
Salt, fat, and sugar
What has been observed in patients with anorexia and bulimia concerning stress chemicals?
Increased stress chemical levels
What impact does relaxation therapy have on sleep disturbances according to the text?
It reduces stress levels and improves sleep quality
Stress can only influence the heart when it activates the parasympathetic nervous system.
False
Some people lose weight in response to stress due to a loss of appetite.
True
Chronic pain caused by arthritis can be intensified by stress according to the text.
True
Stress chemicals have not been observed at chronically elevated levels in patients with anorexia and bulimia.
False
Relaxation therapy does not have any effect on stress levels or the quality of sleep.
False
Stress can influence the activity of the heart when it activates the ______ nervous system
sympathetic
Chronic pain caused by arthritis may be intensified by ______
stress
Some people develop cravings for salt, fat, and sugar to counteract ______
tension
In rare cases, stress may trigger hyperactivity of the thyroid gland, stimulating appetite but causing the body to burn up calories at a faster than normal ______
rate
The tensions of unresolved stress frequently cause ______, generally keeping the stressed person awake
insomnia
What is the primary connection between stress and weight gain in some individuals?
The release of cortisol
How can stress negatively affect heart disease?
By activating the sympathetic nervous system
What are some common effects of stress on eating problems and weight?
Weight gain and cravings for salt, fat, and sugar
How can unresolved stress impact sleep disturbances?
Cause insomnia or awakenings in the middle of the night
What is one way in which chronic pain can be intensified by stress?
Chronic pain caused by arthritis
Match the following health issues with their impact of stress:
Heart disease = Activation of sympathetic nervous system Eating problems = Weight gain and cravings for salt, fat, and sugar Pain = Intensification of chronic pain, tension-type headaches Sleep disturbances = Insomnia, increase in stress hormones during sleep
Match the following effects of stress with their corresponding outcomes:
Weight gain = Release of cortisol promoting abdominal fat Eating problems = Cravings for salt, fat, and sugar Sleep disturbances = Increase in stress hormones during sleep, relaxation therapy improving quality of sleep Pain = Intensification of arthritis pain, tension-type headaches
Explore the causes, diagnosis, and prevention of stress in this quiz. Learn about the evolutionary purpose of the stress response and how it can impact performance and health in modern times.
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