Stress Physiology: Videos & Practice Problems

After implementing a new perspective on a stressful situation, what is the next step according to the cognitive reappraisal process?

Which of the following best describes the role of the hypothalamus in the stress response?

The 'LHPA' axis is an extended concept of the stress response system, including the limbic system. It stands for __________.

During a particularly stressful exam, which hormone is likely to be elevated in a student's body due to the activation of the body's stress response?

Which of the following best describes the immediate effect of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis activation in response to stress?

Which brain structure is responsible for regulating body temperature, hunger, and the stress response?

Which hormone is primarily responsible for inducing feelings of bonding and reducing stress levels in response to social interactions?

Which hormone is primarily responsible for helping the body respond to stress by increasing the availability of glucose and suppressing the immune system?

What is the study of how psychological factors, such as stress and emotions, can influence the body's ability to defend against disease?

Which activity is most likely to cause a surge in oxytocin levels?

During a particularly challenging week of final exams, Alex finds solace in spending evenings playing board games with his roommates. Which hormone is most likely being released in Alex's brain to help alleviate the stress of exams?

During childbirth, which hormone is known to facilitate bonding between the mother and the newborn?

Which of the following best explains how chronic stress could indirectly increase the risk of heart disease?

What is the immediate effect of the hypothalamus activating the sympathetic nervous system in response to stress?

How might a student's academic performance improve by having a positive relationship with their peers?

Which division of the autonomic nervous system is primarily responsible for mobilizing the body's resources during stress?

What role does the hypothalamus play in the body's stress response?

During a sudden stressful event, such as encountering a snake, which physiological changes occur due to sympathetic activation?

Which hormones are released by the adrenal glands during stress?

What sequence of events occurs in the HPA axis during prolonged stress?