Question 1

Which of the following best describes the 'stress as a transaction' approach?

Accepted Answer

It emphasizes how individuals interpret and cope with stressful events, including primary and secondary appraisals.

Question 2

A student receives a poor grade and decides to analyze their mistakes and create a study plan for the next exam. This is an example of:

Accepted Answer

Problem-focused coping

Question 3

According to Hans Selye's general adaptation syndrome (GAS), which stage is characterized by the body's initial response to a stressor, including the release of adrenaline and symptoms of anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Alarm

Question 4

Which hormone is most closely associated with the 'tend and befriend' response to stress, particularly in women?

Accepted Answer

Oxytocin

Question 5

The Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS) is limited as a predictor of well-being because:

Accepted Answer

It neglects coping resources and people's interpretation of events.

Question 6

Which of the following is TRUE regarding daily hassles and their impact on health?

Accepted Answer

The frequency and perceived severity of hassles are strongly related to physical health, depression, and anxiety.

Question 7

A person who anticipates stressful situations and prepares coping strategies in advance is demonstrating:

Accepted Answer

Informational control and proactive coping

Question 8

Which of the following is a potential risk of crisis debriefing after a traumatic event?

Accepted Answer

It may interrupt the natural coping process and increase the risk of developing PTSD.

Question 9

Which set of attitudes is associated with 'hardiness' and lower vulnerability to anxiety?

Accepted Answer

Seeing change as a challenge, being committed to life and work, and believing you can control events.

Question 10

Which personality trait is most predictive of coronary heart disease (CHD) according to research on Type A personalities?

Accepted Answer

Hostility

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a reason why religion/spirituality is connected with well-being?

Accepted Answer

Religious beliefs always lead to increased risk-taking behaviours.

Question 12

Suppression of negative emotions as a stress response strategy:

Accepted Answer

May backfire and increase negative experiences.

Question 13

Which concept describes an illness in which emotions and stress contribute to, maintain, or aggravate the physical condition?

Accepted Answer

Psychophysiological illness

Question 14

According to the biopsychosocial perspective, most medical conditions:

Accepted Answer

Are the product of biological, psychological, and social factors.

Question 15

Which of the following is an example of cognitive control in coping with stress?

Accepted Answer

Restructuring negative thoughts about a stressful event to view it more positively.

Question 16

Which of the following is a finding from psychoneuroimmunology research?

Accepted Answer

Caring for someone with Alzheimer's is associated with decreased blood clotting and slower healing.

Question 17

Which of the following health-promoting behaviours is NOT listed as a key recommendation in health psychology?

Accepted Answer

Increase caffeine intake

Question 18

A person who focuses on negatives and endlessly analyzes what caused their problems is engaging in:

Accepted Answer

Ruminating

Question 19

Which equation best represents the relationship between stress and health outcomes, according to the biopsychosocial model?

Accepted Answer

$$	ext{Health Outcome} = 	ext{Biological Factors} + 	ext{Psychological Factors} + 	ext{Social Factors}$$

Question 20

Which coping strategy is most appropriate when facing an uncontrollable situation?

Accepted Answer

Emotion-focused coping

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