Question 1

If getting a new job is perceived as challenging or threatening in some way, then this event would be considered a ____.
A) hassle
B) catastrophe
C) hurdle
D) stressor

Accepted Answer

The term "stressor" refers to any event or situation that triggers a stress response. A new job can be a stressor because it requires adapting to a new environment, learning new skills and potentially facing new challenges. Options A and C may also apply, but stressor is the best choice since it specifically relates to the concept of stress. Option B (catastrophe) is not appropriate as getting a new job is not a catastrophic event in most cases.

Question 2

Research on Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale suggests that ____.
A) major life events that are unscheduled are no more stressful than major life events that are scheduled
B) simply adding up the number of major life changes in a specific time period is the best way to measure stress
C) major life events that are involuntary are less stressful than major life events that are voluntary
D) positive life events can be just as stressful as negative life events

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that positive life events, such as getting married or receiving a promotion, can be just as stressful as negative life events. This challenges the assumption that only negative events cause stress and demonstrates the importance of considering both positive and negative events when assessing stress.

Question 3

A college student taking the Holmes and Rahe Social Readjustment Rating Scale would ____.
A) see that graduation from college is rated more stressful than getting married
B) generally score higher than someone else who is not a college student
C) find many items that pertain specifically to being a college student
D) not find many items that pertain specifically to being a college student

Accepted Answer

The Holmes and Rahe Social Readjustment Rating Scale measures the amount of stress a person may experience in a given period of time. While some items on the scale may apply to college students, such as "change in living conditions" or "change in social activities," there are not many items that specifically pertain to being a college student. Therefore, the college student taking the test would not find many items that apply specifically to their experience as a student.

Question 4

Life events that are voluntary, scheduled, and desirable are ____.
A) more stressful than life events that are involuntary, unscheduled, and undesirable
B) just as stressful as life events that are involuntary, unscheduled, and undesirable
C) more stressful than life events that are involuntary and undesirable, but scheduled
D) less stressful than life events that are involuntary, unscheduled, and undesirable

Accepted Answer

Life events that are voluntary, scheduled, and desirable are typically seen as positive events such as a vacation, wedding, or job promotion. These events are usually controllable and individuals have actively chosen to pursue them, which can lead to a sense of agency and decreased stress compared to events that are not controllable or desirable. Therefore, D is the correct choice as it suggests that voluntary events are less stressful than involuntary events.

Question 5

The varied responsibilities of being a mother, many of which are stressful, are a good example of what psychologists call ____.
A) daily hassles
B) conflagrations
C) conflicts
D) catastrophes

Accepted Answer

Daily hassles refer to the minor, everyday stressors that can accumulate and create a significant level of stress over time. Motherhood entails many daily hassles, such as managing household tasks, responding to children's needs, managing schedules, and dealing with unexpected events. The other options (conflagrations, conflicts, catastrophes) refer to more significant and acute forms of stress.

Question 6

According to research evaluating Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale, which individual would be more prone to illness?
A) Moises, who was suddenly laid off from his job
B) Lenny, who quit his job
C) Blain, who has decided to retire from his job
D) Felix, who has just accepted a new job position

Accepted Answer

The Social Readjustment Rating Scale assesses the likelihood of illness based on the amount of stress a person experiences due to life events. Being suddenly laid off from a job would likely cause more stress than quitting a job or retiring from one, as in the cases of Lenny and Blain, respectively. Accepting a new job position may also cause some stress but not as much as getting laid off without any warning. Therefore, Moises would be more prone to illness.

Question 7

Stress is any ____.
A) psychological event that causes a negative psychological reaction
B) biological event that causes a negative biological reaction
C) stimulus or event that causes a negative reaction
D) stimulus or event that we respond to because we perceive it as threatening or challenging

Accepted Answer

Stress is a response to a perceived threat or challenge. It is not necessarily the event itself, but rather how an individual perceives and responds to the event. This response can be psychological, biological, or behavioral. Therefore, option D is the best choice as it includes the notion of a stimulus or event that we respond to because we perceive it as threatening or challenging.

Question 8

Those who score high on Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale ____.
A) are prone to physical illness
B) tend to be high-achievers
C) are likely to be female
D) earn a high income

Accepted Answer

The Social Readjustment Rating Scale is used to measure stress levels based on different life events. Those who score high on the scale are more likely to experience physical illness and health problems. The other choices (B, C, and D) are not supported by research on this scale.

Question 9

Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale ____.
A) is used to make a diagnosis of mental illness
B) provides a measure of personality characteristics
C) measures the impact of major life events
D) suggests ways of dealing with social problems

Accepted Answer

Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale is a tool used to measure the impact of major life events on an individual's stress level. It is not used to diagnose mental illness or measure personality characteristics, nor does it suggest ways of dealing with social problems.

Question 10

What do having a baby, getting a new job, moving, and taking a test all have in common? They are all ____.
A) positive
B) negative
C) stressful
D) hassles

Accepted Answer

Having a baby, getting a new job, moving, and taking a test are all events that can cause stress, even if they are ultimately positive.

Question 11

Which event is more stressful than the others, according to Holmes and Rahe's scale?
A) Marital reconciliation
B) Change to a different line of work
C) Change in responsibilities at work
D) Marriage

Accepted Answer

According to Holmes and Rahe's scale, marriage has a score of 50, while change in responsibilities at work has a score of 29, change to a different line of work has a score of 36, and marital reconciliation has a score of 45. Therefore, marriage is the most stressful event among the given options.

Question 12

Jeremiah survived the tornado that recently hit Joplin, Missouri. He has experienced a ____.
A) daily hassle
B) major life event
C) catastrophe
D) conflict

Accepted Answer

Surviving a tornado is a major catastrophic event.

Question 13

Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale is most related to which concept?
A) Daily hassles
B) Life change units
C) Catastrophes
D) Conflicts

Accepted Answer

Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale assigns life change units to various events in order to quantify the amount of stress they may cause. This concept is most closely related to the idea of life change units.

Question 14

Research on stress among college students suggests that students who are highly stressed have a grade point average that is likely to be ____.
A) unaffected, compared to others not experiencing stress
B) lower than those who are not stressed
C) higher than those who are not stressed
D) unaffected for males, but lower for females

Accepted Answer

Research consistently shows that stress is negatively related to academic performance, and highly stressed college students are likely to have a lower GPA than those who are not stressed.

Question 15

Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale measures the amount of stress associated with a person's ____.
A) life events
B) daily hassles
C) catastrophes
D) conflicts

Accepted Answer

The Social Readjustment Rating Scale measures the perceived amount of stress experienced by an individual in relation to significant life events, such as marriage, divorce, job loss, or the death of a loved one.

Question 16

Which event would most likely be considered a catastrophe?
A) Tornado
B) The expected death of a family member
C) Retirement
D) Birth of a child

Accepted Answer

A tornado is a sudden and violent natural disaster that can cause widespread damage, injury, and loss of life, making it the most likely event to be considered a catastrophe.

B, C, and D can be significant life events, but they may not necessarily be considered catastrophic. The expected death of a family member and retirement are anticipated life events, and while they can be emotionally difficult, they do not usually cause widespread damage or loss of life. The birth of a child is generally viewed as a positive and joyous event.

Question 17

Post-traumatic stress disorder is most related to ____.
A) major life events
B) catastrophes
C) daily hassles
D) conflicts

Accepted Answer

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health disorder that is triggered by a traumatic event, such as a catastrophe or exposure to actual or threatened death or serious injury. While major life events, conflicts, and daily hassles can contribute to stress and mental health issues, they are not directly related to PTSD.

Question 18

People who experience catastrophes tend to ____.
A) experience depression or anxiety
B) be incapable of remembering their traumatic experiences
C) develop psychotic reactions in response to the catastrophe
D) adjust better than those who experience less sudden trauma

Accepted Answer

Studies have consistently shown that people who experience catastrophes, such as natural disasters or terrorist attacks, are at risk for developing depression and anxiety. This is especially true for those who are directly affected by the event, such as survivors or family members of victims.

Question 19

When catastrophic events result in a person making very positive changes in his or her life, then we say that person has engaged in ____.
A) catastrophic positivity
B) trauma syndrome
C) benefit-finding
D) the fight-or-flight reaction

Accepted Answer

Benefit-finding refers to the process of finding positive outcomes or growth opportunities from highly stressful or traumatic events. This can lead to personal growth and positive changes in one's life. The other options (A, B, and D) don't accurately describe this phenomenon.

Question 20

For most people, ____ will be their greatest source of stress.
A) daily hassles
B) conflicts
C) catastrophes
D) major life events

Accepted Answer

Daily hassles are the most common stressors that people face on a regular basis. These can range from minor irritations like traffic jams and long lines to more significant stressors like job pressure and financial concerns. While conflicts, catastrophes, and major life events can be more intense sources of stress, they tend to be less frequent occurrences.

Quiz 12: Health, Stress, and Coping

If getting a new job is perceived as challenging or threatening in some way, then this event would be considered a ____.

Research on Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale suggests that ____.

A college student taking the Holmes and Rahe Social Readjustment Rating Scale would ____.

Life events that are voluntary, scheduled, and desirable are ____.

The varied responsibilities of being a mother, many of which are stressful, are a good example of what psychologists call ____.

According to research evaluating Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale, which individual would be more prone to illness?

Stress is any ____.

Those who score high on Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale ____.

Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale ____.

What do having a baby, getting a new job, moving, and taking a test all have in common? They are all ____.

Which event is more stressful than the others, according to Holmes and Rahe's scale?

Jeremiah survived the tornado that recently hit Joplin, Missouri. He has experienced a ____.

Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale is most related to which concept?

Research on stress among college students suggests that students who are highly stressed have a grade point average that is likely to be ____.

Holmes and Rahe's Social Readjustment Rating Scale measures the amount of stress associated with a person's ____.

Which event would most likely be considered a catastrophe?

Post-traumatic stress disorder is most related to ____.

People who experience catastrophes tend to ____.

When catastrophic events result in a person making very positive changes in his or her life, then we say that person has engaged in ____.

For most people, ____ will be their greatest source of stress.