Question 40 2 pts Which of the following categories describes the small stressor

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Question 40
2 pts
Which of the following categories describes the small stressors, frustrations, and petty annoyances that collectively can add up to a higher level of stress?
a. hassles
b. pressures
c. adjustments
d. choices

Question 41
2 pts
Downshifting refers to the process of:
a. taking steps to simplify one's life
b. using meditation to combat the stress response
c. allowing passivity to take over as a result of stress
d. deliberately completing tasks at a slower pace

Question 42
2 pts
Which of the following is a useful strategy to prevent explosive anger?
a. pound on something soft, like a pillow
b. develop realistic expectations of yourself and others
c. avoid all situations that provoke anger
d. have a couple of beers and watch TV to take your mind off of the issue

Question 43
2 pts
Jo has been seeing a stress-management counselor since she moved to a new city to attend college. Which of the following is the most likely recommendation of the counselors?
a. work to maintain healthy relationships with family members and old friends, while also cultivating new resources of social support
b. drop one or more classes or extracurricular activities to open up more time to relax
c.treat yourself to a favorite meal or dessert when you're feeling particularly stressed
d. keep reminding yourself that you should be able to handle this

Question 44
2 pts
Brian is considered a Type A personality by his friends because of his history of "road rage" and extreme competitiveness. All the following put him at increased risk for cardiovascular disease EXCEPT:
a. his actions that often harm others verbally or physically
b. his negative beliefs and hostile attitudes toward others
c. his upbeat, glass-half full approach to life
d. bouts of anger ranging from irritation to rage

Question 45
2 pts
Mariah is behind on her coursework because of training for the upcoming tryouts for the swim team. On top of that, she broke up with her boyfriend last week. Monica, her twin sister, does not participate on a sports team and has plenty of time to get her homework done before her boyfriend visits most evening. Compared to Monica, Mariah is likely to experience:
a. more upper respiratory illness
b. better sleep
c. less joint pain
d. fewer incidence of cold-related symptoms

Question 46
2 pts
Which is NOT an indicator that a person's sympathetic nervous system has been activated?
a. increased respiration
b. increase blood pressure
c. increased heart rate
d. increased salivation

Question 47
2 pts
To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful?
a. broadening one's social support system
b. increasing alcohol intake to promote relaxation
c. a regimen of "energy-boosting" supplements
d. getting more sleep and "down time"

Question 48
2 pts
Which of the following statements about the graduating class of 2016 is true?
a. experts estimate that about 5 percent of these graduated will default on their student loans
b. nearly two-thirds reported that they were moving back in with their parents to save money
c. the graduates' average debt was about 17,000
d. more than 70 percent of these students graduate with significant debt

Question 49
2 pts
The feeling that you are overextended and that it's not possible for you to meet all the demands being placed upon you is known as:
a. overload
b. frustration
c. homeostasis
d. pressure

Question 50
2 pts
When acute stress bombards your brain with stress chemical:
a. you are likely to experience euphoria
b. you are more likely to be able to concentrate in class
c. your ability to make sound decisions is enhanced
d. your memory may be impaired

Explanation / Answer

Answer 40- a) Hassles

Answer 41 a) Taking steps to simplify one's life

Answer 42 b) Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others

Answer 43 a) work to maintain healthy relationships with family members and old friends, while also cultivating new resources of social support.

Answer 44 c) his upbeat, glass-half full approach to life

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