Question 1

In the context of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) ,the body's immune system can fight off infection with remarkable efficiency during the

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A)  alarm stage
B)  resistance stage
C)  exhaustion stage
D)  primary stage

Question 2

Once individuals get over the initial stress associated with their first exam of finals week,the fact that they have several more exams will likely lead their body to enter the _____ stage of the general adaptation syndrome.

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A)  alarm
B)  resistance
C)  exhaustion
D)  primary

Question 3

In which of the following situations will emotion-focused coping be most beneficial?

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A)  after failing a psychology test
B)  after your car breaks down
C)  after your dog dies
D)  after you forget to turn in your homework

Question 4

The general adaptation syndrome refers to the

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A)  steps taken during cognitive appraisal.
B)  body's response to stressors.
C)  frustration created by conflict.
D)  the stages of behavioral change.

Question 5

More people smoke today than in the past.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following statements is true of the HPA axis?

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A)  It is a complex set of interactions between the hypothalamus,pancreas,and the adrenal gland.
B)  When the brain detects a threat in the environment,it signals the adrenal gland.
C)  The hypothalamus produces corticotropin-releasing hormone.
D)  It does not regulate immune system responses.

Question 7

Ashley was required to submit-within two days-her designs for a fashion show scheduled in a week.She perceived this event to be challenging rather than threatening.She made a plan on how to submit the design within the shortest time possible.Ashley's interpretation of this event is called

Accepted Answer

A)  resistance plan.
B)  cognitive appraisal.
C)  social loafing.
D)  transcendence.

Question 8

Mark has decided that it is finally time to quit smoking.He has started using nicotine patches to help him control the craving to smoke.He is in the _____ stage of the change model.

Accepted Answer

A)  preparation/determination
B)  contemplation
C)  action/willpower
D)  maintenance

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between mind and body?

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A)  Mind influences the body,but the body cannot influence the mind.
B)  There is always a psychological factor responsible for an illness.
C)  Being physically healthy is irrelevant to an individual's psychological wellness.
D)  People who have led healthy lives can fall ill.

Question 10

Joey gets laid off at work.His colleague helps him by sharing new job leads.In the context of social support,which of the following types of benefits does Joey receive from his colleague in this scenario?

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A)  tangible assistance
B)  information
C)  emotional support
D)  logical support

Question 11

Describe three common methods used to quit an addictive habit like smoking.

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Question 12

The theory of planned behavior differs from the theory of reasoned action in that the theory of planned behavior

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A)  perceives that a person's social group looks favorably on a new behavior.
B)  places importance on maintaining a positive attitude.
C)  emphasizes the importance of developing specific goals.
D)  includes the idea that an individual's perceptions of control over the outcome are important.

Question 13

Which of the following is an advantage of the stages of change model?

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A)  Individuals do not skip any stage and move from one to another sequentially.
B)  It can be used to develop realistic expectations of the change process.
C)  It refers more to attitudes that change than to behaviors.
D)  All stages promote the readiness to change.

Question 14

Describe the function of the HPA axis when a person is under stress.

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When the brain detects a threat in the e...

Question 15

_____ directs the cells to make sugar,fat,and protein available so that the body can take quick actions in stressful situations.

Accepted Answer

A)  Corticotropin-releasing hormone
B)  Melanin
C)  Thyroxin
D)  Cortisol

Question 16

Discuss the theories of reasoned action and planned behavior.

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The theory of reasoned action suggests t...

Question 17

If an individual responds to the stress that he or she feels rather than confronting his or her problem,the individual engages in _____ coping.

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A)  problem-focused
B)  emotion-focused
C)  risk-focused
D)  intuition-focused

Question 18

Which of the following is the first stage of change model?

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A)  preparation/determination
B)  precontemplation
C)  action/willpower
D)  contemplation

Question 19

The circumstances that threaten a person and tax his or her coping abilities are called

Accepted Answer

A)  conveyors.
B)  implementation intentions.
C)  stimulants.
D)  stressors.

Question 20

Jill has to submit her school project tomorrow.But,she cannot do so,as she has not completed it.If she uses emotion-focused coping to respond to the stress,she will

Accepted Answer

A)  ask for an extension.
B)  not go to school the next day.
C)  ask her parents to help her with the project.
D)  force her friend to complete it for her.

Exam 17: Health Psychology

Mark has decided that it is finally time to quit smoking.He has started using nicotine patches to help him control the craving to smoke.He is in the _____ stage of the change model.

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If an individual responds to the stress that he or she feels rather than confronting his or her problem,the individual engages in _____ coping.

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Describe the function of the HPA axis when a person is under stress.

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More people smoke today than in the past.

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Which of the following statements is true about the relationship between mind and body?

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Once individuals get over the initial stress associated with their first exam of finals week,the fact that they have several more exams will likely lead their body to enter the _____ stage of the general adaptation syndrome.

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_____ directs the cells to make sugar,fat,and protein available so that the body can take quick actions in stressful situations.

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The general adaptation syndrome refers to the

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Which of the following is the first stage of change model?

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Jill has to submit her school project tomorrow.But,she cannot do so,as she has not completed it.If she uses emotion-focused coping to respond to the stress,she will

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Which of the following is an advantage of the stages of change model?

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The theory of planned behavior differs from the theory of reasoned action in that the theory of planned behavior

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In the context of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) ,the body's immune system can fight off infection with remarkable efficiency during the

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In which of the following situations will emotion-focused coping be most beneficial?

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Which of the following statements is true of the HPA axis?

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