Question 1

There is no link between cardiovascular disease and stress.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

A lack of sleep can be both a cause and an effect of stress.In order to overcome insomnia,Sue should consider

Accepted Answer

A)  taking a nap when she feels tired.
B)  exercising just before going to bed to release stress.
C)  using her bed only for sleeping,not for studying.
D)  sleeping in on weekends.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

The parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system

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A)  is responsible for mobilizing energy sources for use in a crisis.
B)  activates the endocrine system.
C)  is in control when one is frightened or angry.
D)  aids in digestion and promoting growth.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 4

Select a common college stressor,and describe how it might affect your stress levels.Then choose and explain three possible stress management techniques that you think would be particularly useful for coping with the stressor.

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One common college stressor is academic ...

Question 5

Research supports the regular use of marijuana as an effective stress management technique.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Laughter does all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  aid digestion.
B)  release endorphins.
C)  ease pain.
D)  increase blood pressure.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 7

Which of the following systems are responsible for your body's physical response to stressors?

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A)  cardiovascular and respiratory
B)  nervous and endocrine
C)  digestive and lymph
D)  muscular and skeletalE) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

The term stressor refers to

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A)  an unpleasant situation that disrupts normal activities of daily life.
B)  an event that triggers physical and emotional reactions.
C)  a physical reaction to fright.
D)  a return to homeostasis.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

A)  central nervous system.
B)  endocrine system.
C)  reproductive system.
D)  digestive system.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 10

Which of the following circumstances make normal job stresses worse?

Accepted Answer

A)  being shut out of decision-making
B)  having a desk job
C)  having a job that requires physical activity
D)  socializing with coworkersE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 11

In terms of time-management strategies,which one of the following is NOT considered helpful for improving efficiency at completing tasks?

Accepted Answer

A)  aiming for realistic goals
B)  writing down the goals
C)  memorizing the goals
D)  allowing extra time to achieve goalsE) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

Which of the following has been linked to unmanaged stress?

Accepted Answer

A)  menstrual irregularities
B)  nearsightedness
C)  impacted teeth
D)  glaucomaE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 13

Laughter may be the best medicine for stress because after a good laugh your

Accepted Answer

A)  heart rate is increased.
B)  muscles are relaxed.
C)  blood pressure is increased.
D)  brain suppresses endorphins.E) None of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 14

Which of the following statements is the most helpful recommendation regarding the prioritization of tasks?

Accepted Answer

A)  Prioritize according to how long a task has gone unfinished.
B)  Divide tasks into three groups,and ignore the least important group.
C)  Pay some attention to all tasks,even if it is only a few minutes.
D)  Base priorities on how enjoyable the task is.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 15

Philip is attempting to deal with his stress.Which of the following would NOT be helpful?

Accepted Answer

A)  thinking and acting constructively
B)  modifying his expectations to achievable levels
C)  trying to remember as much information as possible
D)  being present in each momentE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 16

The resistance state of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by symptoms such as distorted perceptions and disorganized thinking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Sue most likely is experiencing

Accepted Answer

A)  time pressures.
B)  academic stress.
C)  interpersonal stress.
D)  financial concerns.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 18

If you are bothered by insomnia,you might try

Accepted Answer

A)  going to bed and getting up at the same time every day.
B)  taking several naps during the day.
C)  exercising just before bedtime to induce fatigue.
D)  all of these.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 19

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that slows down the body as it recovers from exposure to a stressor is the _______________ nervous system.

Accepted Answer

A)  central
B)  somatic
C)  parasympathetic
D)  sympatheticE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 20

People who are experiencing stress should avoid or limit caffeine for all the following reasons EXCEPT that caffeine

Accepted Answer

A)  is mildly addictive.
B)  is associated with irritability.
C)  might cause sleeplessness.
D)  acts as a sedative.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

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