Question 1

Lacey
Lacey just started a new job. She's adjusting to working in a different place, with new co-workers and an increased amount of responsibility. She really enjoys her new job, but some of the changes are aggravating. For example, in order to get to her new job, she has to transfer from one bus line to another, and there are often delays at the transfer point. Lacey has started dealing with this delay by playing games on her phone. That way she always has something entertaining to do when she has to wait. Before she had games on her phone, Lacey would often find herself sitting on the bench getting angrier and angrier about the delay. By the time she got to work, she would have herself worked up into such a state that she would snap at her co-workers. She sat down with her boyfriend one night to brainstorm about ways that she could prevent herself from getting so angry. Her boyfriend pointed out that it was probably her boredom that made her so upset. That's when she decided on the games. Now that she has a way to deal with the delay, Lacey also finds that she doesn't get as many headaches as she used to.
-What is the term used to describe Lacey's behaviour of recognizing a problem,confronting it,and finding a practical solution

Accepted Answer

Lacey's behavior can be described as constructive coping, which involves recognizing a problem, confronting it, and finding practical solutions to deal with it. In this case, Lacey recognized that she was getting angry and snapping at her co-workers due to the delays during her commute. She confronted this problem by brainstorming with her boyfriend and finding a practical solution of playing games on her phone to pass the time and avoid getting bored and angry. This is an example of using positive coping strategies to deal with stress and challenges.

Question 2

Do you have any favourite or habitual techniques for coping with stress
 Explain how your techniques are examples of the categories of coping from this chapter's application (reappraisal,humour,emotional release,relaxation,lessening physiological vulnerability).Do you use any methods that don't seem to fit into any of these categories

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Question 3

Many people believe that suicide represents the ultimate failure to cope with life's stresses.Others feel that suicide is,itself,a coping response.What do you think
 Is one type of stress more likely to lead to suicide than others

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Question 4

Describe several recent occasions when you've experienced stress.For each case,identify the type(s)of stress you experienced and whatever emotional,physiological,and/or behavioural responses to stress you made.

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Question 5

Describe Selye's general adaptation syndrome using an example of a situation that might be expected to lead to such a response.In addition,describe two constructive coping methods that would allow an individual in that situation to deal with the stressor.

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Question 6

A friend shows you an article in the newspaper that indicates a researcher found the prevalence of a specific health disorder increased by 70 percent in individuals who consumed calcium-enhanced milk products.After reading this article,your friend has decided to stop purchasing any products that contain calcium.What should you tell your friend,based on the information provided in the Critical Thinking application at the end of the chapter

Accepted Answer

The increase in prevalence may not be as significant if the base rate of the disorder is low. It's important to consider the absolute risk increase rather than just the percentage increase. Cutting out all calcium products may also not be necessary as there may be other factors at play in the reported increase. It's important for your friend to consult with a healthcare professional and consider other factors before making drastic changes to their diet.

Question 7

Lacey
Lacey just started a new job. She's adjusting to working in a different place, with new co-workers and an increased amount of responsibility. She really enjoys her new job, but some of the changes are aggravating. For example, in order to get to her new job, she has to transfer from one bus line to another, and there are often delays at the transfer point. Lacey has started dealing with this delay by playing games on her phone. That way she always has something entertaining to do when she has to wait. Before she had games on her phone, Lacey would often find herself sitting on the bench getting angrier and angrier about the delay. By the time she got to work, she would have herself worked up into such a state that she would snap at her co-workers. She sat down with her boyfriend one night to brainstorm about ways that she could prevent herself from getting so angry. Her boyfriend pointed out that it was probably her boredom that made her so upset. That's when she decided on the games. Now that she has a way to deal with the delay, Lacey also finds that she doesn't get as many headaches as she used to.
-What would happen to Lacey's score on the Social Readjustment Rating Scale as a result of getting a great new job

Accepted Answer

The Social Readjustment Rating Scale measures stress levels based on life changes, and getting a new job, even a great one, is considered a significant life change that can increase stress levels.

Question 8

Lacey
Lacey just started a new job. She's adjusting to working in a different place, with new co-workers and an increased amount of responsibility. She really enjoys her new job, but some of the changes are aggravating. For example, in order to get to her new job, she has to transfer from one bus line to another, and there are often delays at the transfer point. Lacey has started dealing with this delay by playing games on her phone. That way she always has something entertaining to do when she has to wait. Before she had games on her phone, Lacey would often find herself sitting on the bench getting angrier and angrier about the delay. By the time she got to work, she would have herself worked up into such a state that she would snap at her co-workers. She sat down with her boyfriend one night to brainstorm about ways that she could prevent herself from getting so angry. Her boyfriend pointed out that it was probably her boredom that made her so upset. That's when she decided on the games. Now that she has a way to deal with the delay, Lacey also finds that she doesn't get as many headaches as she used to.
-What does Lacey snapping at her co-workers illustrate

Accepted Answer

Lacey snapping at her co-workers is an example of the coping mechanism known as displacement, where she redirects her feelings of frustration from the delays in her commute onto her co-workers.

Question 9

Lacey
Lacey just started a new job. She's adjusting to working in a different place, with new co-workers and an increased amount of responsibility. She really enjoys her new job, but some of the changes are aggravating. For example, in order to get to her new job, she has to transfer from one bus line to another, and there are often delays at the transfer point. Lacey has started dealing with this delay by playing games on her phone. That way she always has something entertaining to do when she has to wait. Before she had games on her phone, Lacey would often find herself sitting on the bench getting angrier and angrier about the delay. By the time she got to work, she would have herself worked up into such a state that she would snap at her co-workers. She sat down with her boyfriend one night to brainstorm about ways that she could prevent herself from getting so angry. Her boyfriend pointed out that it was probably her boredom that made her so upset. That's when she decided on the games. Now that she has a way to deal with the delay, Lacey also finds that she doesn't get as many headaches as she used to.
-When Lacey was stressed by bus delays,what was being released by her adrenal gland

Accepted Answer

When Lacey was getting angry and worked up about the bus delays before, it is likely that her adrenal gland was releasing corticosteroids. This stress hormone is released by the adrenal gland in response to stressors, such as delays and frustration. Corticosteroids can cause physical symptoms such as headaches, and can also contribute to feelings of irritability and agitation. By finding a way to distract herself and prevent boredom during the delays, Lacey is likely reducing the amount of corticosteroids her body is producing and therefore experiencing fewer negative physical and emotional effects.

Question 10

Lacey
Lacey just started a new job. She's adjusting to working in a different place, with new co-workers and an increased amount of responsibility. She really enjoys her new job, but some of the changes are aggravating. For example, in order to get to her new job, she has to transfer from one bus line to another, and there are often delays at the transfer point. Lacey has started dealing with this delay by playing games on her phone. That way she always has something entertaining to do when she has to wait. Before she had games on her phone, Lacey would often find herself sitting on the bench getting angrier and angrier about the delay. By the time she got to work, she would have herself worked up into such a state that she would snap at her co-workers. She sat down with her boyfriend one night to brainstorm about ways that she could prevent herself from getting so angry. Her boyfriend pointed out that it was probably her boredom that made her so upset. That's when she decided on the games. Now that she has a way to deal with the delay, Lacey also finds that she doesn't get as many headaches as she used to.
-Which term best describes Lacey's stress associated with repeated bus delays

Accepted Answer

Lacey's stress is best described as frustration, as she is irritated by the delays and finds them aggravating.

Quiz 14: A: Stress, Coping, and Health

Many people believe that suicide represents the ultimate failure to cope with life's stresses.Others feel that suicide is,itself,a coping response.What do you think Is one type of stress more likely to lead to suicide than others

Describe several recent occasions when you've experienced stress.For each case,identify the type(s)of stress you experienced and whatever emotional,physiological,and/or behavioural responses to stress you made.

Describe Selye's general adaptation syndrome using an example of a situation that might be expected to lead to such a response.In addition,describe two constructive coping methods that would allow an individual in that situation to deal with the stressor.