Question 1

Stress is almost always harmful and must be avoided at all costs.

Accepted Answer

While prolonged and chronic stress can have negative effects on our physical and mental health, some level of stress is necessary and can actually be beneficial in certain situations. The key is managing and coping with stress effectively.

Question 2

In the experiment conducted at Carnegie Mellon University, subjects were beeped on a palm pilot and asked to place a cotton roll in their mouth and then place it in a plastic canister in order to measure the amount of

Accepted Answer

The experiment was likely measuring levels of cortisol, as this hormone is commonly used as a biomarker for stress levels. Placing a cotton roll in the mouth is known to increase salivary cortisol levels, and the act of placing it in a canister may have been used as a way to measure the level of engagement and dexterity of the subjects under stress. The other options, dopamine, cholesterol, and acetylcholine, are not typically measured through this type of method.

Question 3

Right after the end of finals week, many college students will become physically sick with one type of ailment or another.In terms of the general adaptation syndrome theory, the students experiencing the stage known as resolution.

Accepted Answer

The stage known as resolution is the final stage of the general adaptation syndrome theory, where the body's stress response returns to normal. However, in this scenario, the students are experiencing physical sickness, which is not a part of the resolution stage, but rather a result of the stress they experienced during finals week. This would fall under the stage known as exhaustion, where the body's resources are depleted due to prolonged stress.

Question 4

According to your textbook, the main cause of preventable deaths in the United States, presently, is smoking.

Accepted Answer

According to the textbook, smoking is the leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States.

Question 5

In the experiment conducted at Carnegie Mellon University, subjects were beeped on a palm pilot and asked

Accepted Answer

The experiment was designed to study the relationship between emotional states and body temperature perception. Therefore, the subjects were asked to rate their current emotional state when beeped on a palm pilot.

Question 6

Dr.Jacobs is involved with how behavioral factors in medicine, physical illness, and medical treatment influence patients with Alzheimer's disease.Her specialty is behavioral medicine.

Accepted Answer

The statement describes Dr. Jacobs as being involved with how behavioral factors in medicine, physical illness, and medical treatment influence patients with Alzheimer's disease, and specializing in behavioral medicine.

Question 7

Margo is often so depressed that she eats and sleeps poorly, rarely exercises, and has been smoking more.According to health psychologists, Margo is exhibiting a disease-prone personality.

Accepted Answer

Health psychologists have identified various personality traits that can make individuals more susceptible to diseases, and Margo's behaviors such as poor eating and sleeping habits, lack of exercise, and increased smoking indicate a disease-prone personality.

Question 8

A perceived lack of control is just as important as an actual lack of control in causing us to feel threatened.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that when people feel like they are not in control of a situation, whether or not they actually are in control, they experience greater stress and feelings of threat. Therefore, a perceived lack of control can be just as impactful as an actual lack of control in terms of our psychological and emotional responses.

Question 9

According to researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, people who were rated lowest in loneliness produced _____ after being given a flu shot than the people highest in loneliness.

Accepted Answer

The researchers found that people who were rated lowest in loneliness produced more antibodies after being given a flu shot than those who were rated highest in loneliness. Therefore, the answer is D, more antibodies.

Question 10

You are hiking through a national forest when you see a poisonous snake in the path.Deciding how you will react and avoid getting bit is known as primary appraisal.

Accepted Answer

Primary appraisal is the initial evaluation of a situation as threatening or not. It is not the decision about how to react to a threat.

Question 11

People who use humor to cope with stressful situations tend to

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that using humor to cope with stressful situations can lower distress and stress reactions, making it an effective coping mechanism. It does not necessarily lead to a loss of focus, distraction from problem-solving, or less creative solutions.

Question 12

According to researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, people who were rated lowest in sociability were

Accepted Answer

Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University found that people who were rated lowest in sociability were more likely to develop a cold. This was because they had weaker immune responses to the viruses that cause colds.

Question 13

In the experiment to determine the link between stress and illness, the researchers at Carnegie Mellon University measured the amount of _____ production in subjects' nasal secretions.

Accepted Answer

The immune system produces cytokines in response to stress and illness, and their presence in nasal secretions can be used as a measure of immune system activity. Acetylcholine, serotonin, and histamine are not typically measured in such studies.

Question 14

Pressure occurs when we must meet urgent external demands or expectations

Accepted Answer

Pressure refers to the sense of urgency that arises when we need to meet external demands or expectations.

Question 15

The most idealistic and caring workers are the ones who tend to experience burnout.

Accepted Answer

This is true. Idealistic workers tend to have high expectations, both of themselves and of their workplace, which can lead to disappointment when things don't go as planned. Additionally, caring workers may prioritize the needs of others over their own, leading to neglect of their personal wellbeing and increasing the risk of burnout.

Question 16

According to researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, people who had _____ had a higher risk of contracting a cold.

Accepted Answer

The researchers found that individuals who reported higher levels of stress were more likely to contract a cold when exposed to the virus compared to those with lower stress.

Question 17

As a coping mechanism, humor has been shown to

Accepted Answer

Research has found that humor can lower physical and emotional stress reactions to difficult events, boost the immune system, and help individuals to put things into perspective. Therefore, all of these options are correct.

Question 18

According to researchers at Carnegie Mellon University, people who expressed _____ had a lower risk of getting a cold.

Accepted Answer

According to the researchers, people who expressed happiness and enthusiasm had a lower risk of getting a cold compared to those who did not express these emotions.

Question 19

The researchers at Carnegie Mellon University are conducting experiments to determine how _____ impact the ability to fight off antibodies, prevent colds, and affect overall health.

Accepted Answer

The question mentions three variables: loneliness, sociability, and emotions. The researchers are investigating how all of these variables impact the immune system and overall health. Therefore, the best answer is D - all of these.

Question 20

Regarding stress management, which of the following statements is/are TRUE?

Accepted Answer

All three statements are true. Humor helps to shift perspective and decrease tension, writing helps to clarify thoughts and emotions, and intentionally slowing down can combat the feelings of overwhelm often associated with stress.

Quiz 13: Extension C: Health, Stress, and Coping