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Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for promoting psychological well-being?

Isolation and avoidance of social interactions

Explanation

Social interaction is crucial for psychological well-being.

What term refers to the ability to bounce back from adversity, trauma, or stress?

Resilience

Explanation

Resilience is the capacity to recover from difficult situations.

Which of the following is a symptom of anxiety?

Excessive sweating

Explanation

Excessive sweating is a common physiological response to anxiety.

Which of the following activities is NOT typically associated with improving mental well-being?

Maintaining a sedentary lifestyle

Explanation

A sedentary lifestyle can negatively impact mental and physical health.

Which neurotransmitter is often referred to as the 'feel-good' chemical?

Dopamine

Explanation

Dopamine is associated with pleasure and reward sensations.

Which of the following is a characteristic of emotional intelligence?

Empathy towards others

Explanation

Empathy is a key component of emotional intelligence.

What term describes the process of challenging and changing irrational or unhelpful thoughts?

Cognitive restructuring

Explanation

Cognitive restructuring involves modifying negative thought patterns.

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with feelings of happiness and well-being?

Serotonin

Explanation

Serotonin is linked to mood regulation and feelings of well-being.

What is the term for the process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life?

Wellness

Explanation

Wellness involves pursuing a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle.

#10

What term describes the process of examining and changing negative thoughts or beliefs?

Cognitive restructuring

Explanation

Cognitive restructuring involves challenging and altering negative thought patterns.

#11

Which theory suggests that individuals are motivated by the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain?

Drive reduction theory

Explanation

Drive reduction theory posits motivation stems from satisfying basic needs.

#12

What is the term for the psychological phenomenon where individuals tend to attribute their successes to internal factors and their failures to external factors?

Self-serving bias

Explanation

Self-serving bias involves attributing successes to oneself and failures to external factors.

#13

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of depression?

Increased energy levels

Explanation

Increased energy levels are not typically associated with depression.

#14

Which of the following is NOT a component of the PERMA model of well-being proposed by psychologist Martin Seligman?

Resilience

Explanation

Resilience is not explicitly included in the PERMA model.

#15

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which of the following needs must be met before an individual can focus on achieving higher-level needs such as self-esteem and self-actualization?

Physiological needs

Explanation

Physiological needs like food and shelter are fundamental for survival.

#16

What is the term for the phenomenon where people tend to remember incomplete or interrupted tasks better than completed tasks?

The Zeigarnik effect

Explanation

The Zeigarnik effect explains better memory retention for unfinished tasks.

#17

Which psychological approach emphasizes the importance of unconscious conflicts and early childhood experiences in shaping personality and behavior?

Psychoanalytic psychology

Explanation

Psychoanalytic psychology delves into the subconscious influences on behavior.

#18

In positive psychology, what term is used to describe the mental state of being completely absorbed in an activity?

Flow

Explanation

Flow describes deep immersion and focus in an activity.

#19

Which branch of psychology focuses on understanding and promoting optimal human functioning and well-being?

Positive psychology

Explanation

Positive psychology seeks to enhance well-being and personal growth.

#20

Which of the following is a core concept of self-determination theory, which focuses on intrinsic motivation and personal growth?

Autonomy

Explanation

Autonomy involves the sense of choice and control in one's actions.

Promoting Psychological Well-being Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for promoting psychological well-being?

What term refers to the ability to bounce back from adversity, trauma, or stress?

Which of the following is a symptom of anxiety?

Which of the following activities is NOT typically associated with improving mental well-being?

Which neurotransmitter is often referred to as the 'feel-good' chemical?

Which of the following is a characteristic of emotional intelligence?

What term describes the process of challenging and changing irrational or unhelpful thoughts?

Which neurotransmitter is often associated with feelings of happiness and well-being?

What is the term for the process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life?

What term describes the process of examining and changing negative thoughts or beliefs?

Which theory suggests that individuals are motivated by the pursuit of pleasure and the avoidance of pain?

What is the term for the psychological phenomenon where individuals tend to attribute their successes to internal factors and their failures to external factors?

Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of depression?

Which of the following is NOT a component of the PERMA model of well-being proposed by psychologist Martin Seligman?

According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which of the following needs must be met before an individual can focus on achieving higher-level needs such as self-esteem and self-actualization?

What is the term for the phenomenon where people tend to remember incomplete or interrupted tasks better than completed tasks?

Which psychological approach emphasizes the importance of unconscious conflicts and early childhood experiences in shaping personality and behavior?

In positive psychology, what term is used to describe the mental state of being completely absorbed in an activity?

Which branch of psychology focuses on understanding and promoting optimal human functioning and well-being?

Which of the following is a core concept of self-determination theory, which focuses on intrinsic motivation and personal growth?

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