Question 1

An individual with a Type C personality is characterized by

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A)   being contemplative.
B)   having a greater tolerance of others.
C)   being controlling.
D)   having difficulty expressing emotions.E) A) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 2

Which of the following may reduce the stress response by promoting activity of the parasympathetic nervous system?

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A)   proteins
B)   carbohydrates
C)   water
D)   fatsE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that is activated when a person is exposed to a stressor is the nervous system.

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A)   central
B)   sympathetic
C)   parasympathetic
D)   somaticE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 4

Situations that trigger physical and emotional reactions are termed

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A)   distress.
B)   stress responses.
C)   stressors.
D)   unmanaged stress.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 5

Sue has been attending university for about a month. During the past week, she has been having trouble sleeping, experiencing headaches, and is having trouble concentrating, especially when she has an upcoming test. Sue most likely is experiencing

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A)   test anxiety.
B)   eustress.
C)   depression.
D)   burnout.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

People with more stress tend to have more colds.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The sum of cognitive, behavioural, and emotional tendencies refers to one's

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A)   wellness.
B)   personality.
C)   happiness.
D)   ability to succeed in life.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 8

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding stress?

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A)   Changes in one's life are significant stressors.
B)   Positive events are less stressful than negative events.
C)   Financial problems are significant stressors.
D)   The university years are often one of the most stressful periods of a person's life.E) B) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 9

Carey would like to use meditation to help her manage her stress. Which of the following is likely to happen as a result of her use of this technique?

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A)   It will help her visualize her tasks that need to be completely in a more efficient way.
B)   It will help her rehearse upcoming events so that stress in her life will be reduced.
C)   It will help her to analyze the stressors in her life more effectively.
D)   It will help her tune out the world, temporarily removing sources of stress.E) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 10

Emotional symptoms of excess stress include all of the following, EXCEPT:

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A)   irritability.
B)   anxiety.
C)   edginess.
D)   social isolation.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

All of the following may result from the fight-or-flight response, EXCEPT:

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A)   decreased pancreatic secretions.
B)   increased blood sugar.
C)   decreased digestion.
D)   increased saliva secretion.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

Which one of the following is NOT a cognitive technique for stress management?

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A)   setting moderate expectations
B)   solving problems
C)   maintaining positivity
D)   using imageryE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 13

All of the following are TRUE regarding the fight-or-flight response, EXCEPT

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A)   it enables our bodies to prepare quickly escape from an injury and prepares our bodies to engage in a physical battle.
B)   it enables our bodies to prepare quickly to escape from an injury.
C)   it prepares our bodies to engage in a physical battle.
D)   it is a relatively new human adaptation.E) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 14

The first step in creating a personal plan for managing stress is to

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A)   investigate support groups.
B)   design your plan.
C)   identify your stressors.
D)   seek professional help.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 15

If you are still emotionally distressed days or weeks after a tragic event,

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A)   consider taking a leave of absence from work.
B)   that is normal; give yourself more time.
C)   consider sharing your feelings with others.
D)   consider seeking professional help.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Describe the three stages of the general adaptation syndrome, and give examples that support each.

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Question 17

The system of glands, tissues, and cells that helps control body functions by releasing hormones is the

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A)   endocrine system.
B)   reproductive system.
C)   central nervous system.
D)   digestive system.E) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 18

Which of the following statements is FALSE regarding exercise and its ability to help manage stress?

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A)   Exercise reduces anxiety levels.
B)   Exercise enhances one's sense of general well-being.
C)   Exercise decreases tension.
D)   Exercise reduces energy levels.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 19

Chemicals that can inhibit or block sensations of pain are:

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A)   serotonin.
B)   endorphins.
C)   norepinephrine.
D)   GABA.E) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 20

The term stress refers to

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A)   a physical reaction to fright.
B)   any imbalance of homeostasis.
C)   an unpleasant situation that disrupts normal activity.
D)   situations that can trigger physical and emotional reactions.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

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An individual with a Type C personality is characterized by

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Which one of the following is NOT a cognitive technique for stress management?

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Which of the following may reduce the stress response by promoting activity of the parasympathetic nervous system?

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The branch of the autonomic nervous system that is activated when a person is exposed to a stressor is the nervous system.

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All of the following may result from the fight-or-flight response, EXCEPT:

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