#1
Which of the following is an example of an adaptive coping mechanism?
Substance abuse
Problem-solving
Avoidance
Denial
#2
Which hormone is often referred to as the 'stress hormone'?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Cortisol
Endorphin
#3
Which of the following is NOT a common relaxation technique?
Deep breathing exercises
Progressive muscle relaxation
Stress-eating
Guided imagery
#4
Which of the following is NOT a symptom of chronic stress?
Increased appetite
Fatigue
Insomnia
Weakened immune system
#5
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of acute stress?
Rapid heartbeat
Shortness of breath
Increased appetite
Muscle tension
#6
What is the primary goal of mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) techniques?
To eliminate stress entirely
To change the stressful situation
To change one's reaction to stress
To increase stress tolerance
#7
Which of the following is NOT considered a healthy coping mechanism?
Seeking social support
Engaging in physical activity
Engaging in self-harm
Practicing relaxation techniques
#8
Which of the following is a characteristic of problem-focused coping?
Changing one's emotional response to a stressor
Seeking emotional support from others
Taking action to alter the stressful situation
Avoiding the stressor altogether
#9
What is the term for the tendency to focus on negative aspects of situations while ignoring the positive?
Optimism bias
Pessimism bias
Confirmation bias
Negativity bias
#10
What is the term for the process of re-evaluating the significance of a stressor?
Reappraisal
Distraction
Catastrophizing
Mindfulness
#11
What is the term for the psychological defense mechanism by which people attribute their own undesirable traits onto others?
Projection
Rationalization
Displacement
Regression
#12
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of resilient individuals?
Strong social support network
Rigid thought patterns
Optimism
Ability to adapt to change
#13
What is the term for the tendency to attribute success to internal factors and failure to external factors?
Internal locus of control
External locus of control
Self-serving bias
Fundamental attribution error
#14
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influences an individual's choice of coping mechanism?
Personality traits
Culture
Gender
Physical health status