Coping Mechanisms and Stress Management Quiz

Adaptive coping involves actively addressing the stressor, and problem-solving is a constructive approach.

Cortisol is commonly known as the 'stress hormone' due to its role in the body's stress response.

Stress-eating is not a recommended relaxation technique and can have negative health consequences.

Increased appetite is not typically a symptom of chronic stress; it may manifest differently.

Increased appetite is not a typical symptom of acute stress; symptoms may vary.

MBSR aims to alter one's response to stress by promoting mindfulness and awareness.

Self-harm is a harmful coping mechanism and is not conducive to overall well-being.

Problem-focused coping entails actively addressing and changing the stressful situation.

Negativity bias is the inclination to concentrate on negatives and overlook positives in a situation.

Reappraisal involves re-evaluating and reinterpreting the significance of a stressor to reduce its impact.

Projection involves attributing one's undesirable qualities to others as a defense mechanism.

Resilient individuals typically exhibit flexible thought patterns, adapting to challenges.

Internal locus of control involves attributing success to internal factors and failure to external factors.

Physical health status is not a significant factor influencing an individual's choice of coping mechanism.