Q: Which sequence best represents the pathway from stressor to increased risk of illness as described in the materials?

$$\text{Stressor} \rightarrow \text{Appraisal} \rightarrow \text{Thoughts} \rightarrow \text{Feelings} \rightarrow \text{Brain Signals} \rightarrow \text{Hormonal Action} \rightarrow \text{Immune Suppression} \rightarrow \text{Risk of Illness}$$

Question 1

Which of the following best describes the diathesis-stress model?

Accepted Answer

A theory that genetic or biological predispositions (diathesis) interact with stressful conditions to trigger disorders.

Question 2

According to Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS), which stage is characterized by the body's resources being depleted, leading to decreased resistance to stress?

Accepted Answer

Exhaustion

Question 3

A student is about to take a difficult exam. She first asks herself, 'Is this exam harmful to my grade?' and then, 'Do I have the skills to handle it?' According to the appraisal model, what are these two questions called?

Accepted Answer

Primary appraisal and secondary appraisal

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a problem-focused coping strategy?

Accepted Answer

Making a plan to address the source of stress directly

Question 5

Which hormone is primarily released by the adrenal glands during the stress response to help the body adapt?

Accepted Answer

Cortisol

Question 6

A person who believes 'There are things I can do in this situation to help myself' is demonstrating which type of perceived control?

Accepted Answer

Internal control

Question 7

Which of the following best illustrates the concept of 'tend and befriend' as a gender difference in stress response?

Accepted Answer

A woman seeking to nurture herself and others during stress

Question 8

Chronic activation of the stress response can lead to which of the following health outcomes due to immune suppression?

Accepted Answer

Increased risk of illnesses such as heart disease and chronic inflammation

Question 9

Which sequence best represents the pathway from stressor to increased risk of illness as described in the materials?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Stressor} ightarrow 	ext{Appraisal} ightarrow 	ext{Thoughts} ightarrow 	ext{Feelings} ightarrow 	ext{Brain Signals} ightarrow 	ext{Hormonal Action} ightarrow 	ext{Immune Suppression} ightarrow 	ext{Risk of Illness}$$

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for promoting health in the face of stress?

Accepted Answer

Isolating yourself from others

Question 11

A person who experiences frequent minor hassles, such as traffic jams and lost keys, is most likely experiencing which kind of stress?

Accepted Answer

Daily difficulties

Question 12

Which of the following best describes psychoneuroimmunology?

Accepted Answer

The study of how psychological factors influence the immune system

Question 13

If a person views a stressful event as a challenge rather than a threat, what is most likely true about their appraisal process?

Accepted Answer

Their secondary appraisal indicated they have the resources to cope

Question 14

Which of the following is a physiological effect of the 'fight or flight' response?

Accepted Answer

Release of norepinephrine and epinephrine

Question 15

A person who was genetically predisposed to depression begins to show symptoms after losing their job. Which model best explains this phenomenon?

Accepted Answer

Diathesis-stress model

Question 16

Which of the following statements about stress is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Some stress can be beneficial, but too much is harmful.

Question 17

Which coping strategy might lead to becoming overwhelmed by others' problems if overused?

Accepted Answer

Emotion-focused coping

Question 18

A person who was fired from their job believes 'There is nothing I can do; everything is happening to me.' This reflects which type of perceived control?

Accepted Answer

External control

Question 19

Which of the following best illustrates the 'stress as transaction' perspective?

Accepted Answer

Examining how a person's coping resources interact with environmental demands

Question 20

Which of the following is a recommended approach for promoting health when dealing with stress?

Accepted Answer

Working on what you are able to change or control

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