Stress and Coping in Various Life Situations Quiz

Explore stress psychology with this quiz. Identify coping mechanisms, stress theories, and physiological responses. Test your knowledge now!

#1

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

Increased heart rate
Improved concentration
Muscle tension
Headaches
#2

Which coping mechanism involves seeking advice or support from others?

Problem-focused coping
Emotion-focused coping
Avoidant coping
Social support coping
#3

Which of the following is NOT a type of stress?

Eustress
Distress
Hypostress
Acute stress
#4

Which coping strategy involves avoiding or ignoring the stressor?

Problem-focused coping
Emotion-focused coping
Avoidant coping
Adaptive coping
#5

Which of the following is NOT a psychological symptom of chronic stress?

Depression
Anxiety
Physical fatigue
Irritability
#6

Which coping mechanism involves taking direct action to solve the problem causing stress?

Problem-focused coping
Emotion-focused coping
Avoidant coping
Acceptance coping
#7

Which theory of stress suggests that stress arises from a lack of fit between an individual and their environment?

Cognitive Appraisal Theory
Transactional Model of Stress
General Adaptation Syndrome
Person-Environment Fit Model
#8

Which hormone is primarily responsible for the 'fight or flight' response to stress?

Cortisol
Insulin
Adrenaline
Thyroxine
#9

Which of the following is NOT a primary appraisal in Lazarus and Folkman's transactional model of stress?

Harm/loss
Challenge
Threat
Coping potential
#10

Which neurotransmitter is associated with relaxation and calmness, often referred to as the 'feel-good' neurotransmitter?

Dopamine
Serotonin
Endorphins
GABA
#11

According to the Transactional Model of Stress, what is the second stage after primary appraisal?

Coping
Secondary appraisal
Response
Reappraisal
#12

Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for the stress response?

Prefrontal cortex
Hippocampus
Amygdala
Thalamus
#13

Which of the following is a maladaptive coping strategy?

Seeking social support
Engaging in physical exercise
Substance abuse
Problem-solving
#14

Which type of coping strategy focuses on changing the perception of the stressor, rather than the stressor itself?

Problem-focused coping
Emotion-focused coping
Avoidant coping
Reactive coping
#15

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

Talking to a friend about your feelings
Engaging in deep breathing exercises
Developing a plan to address the issue
Engaging in distracting activities
#16

Which of the following is an example of emotion-focused coping?

Developing a plan to solve the problem
Seeking social support
Distracting oneself from the stressor
Reframing the situation positively
#17

Which of the following is an example of avoidant coping?

Seeking social support
Engaging in problem-solving
Engaging in denial
Using relaxation techniques

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