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Stress and Health Psychology Quiz

#1

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

Social support
Explanation

Social support is a protective factor against stress.

#2

What hormone is primarily associated with the body's stress response?

Cortisol
Explanation

Cortisol is released in response to stress.

#3

Which theory of stress emphasizes the importance of appraisal in determining stress levels?

Cognitive Appraisal Theory
Explanation

Cognitive Appraisal Theory focuses on how individuals interpret stressors.

#4

What is the term for the process by which people attempt to manage the perceived discrepancies between the demands of a situation and their perceived ability to cope?

Coping
Explanation

Coping involves managing stressors and resources.

#5

Which of the following is a symptom of chronic stress?

Suppressed immune system
Explanation

Chronic stress weakens the immune system.

#6

Which coping strategy involves actively seeking social support from others?

Emotion-focused coping
Explanation

Emotion-focused coping seeks support for emotional needs.

#7

Which of the following is a common physical symptom of acute stress?

Hypertension
Explanation

Acute stress can lead to temporary hypertension.

#8

Which type of social support involves providing tangible assistance or resources to others in need?

Instrumental support
Explanation

Instrumental support offers practical aid.

#9

Which of the following is a common effect of chronic stress on cognitive function?

Impaired concentration
Explanation

Chronic stress can impair concentration.

#10

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of burnout?

Increased productivity
Explanation

Burnout decreases productivity.

#11

What is the term for the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, or significant stress?

Resilience
Explanation

Resilience involves thriving despite challenges.

#12

Which of the following is NOT a strategy for managing stress effectively?

Avoidance coping
Explanation

Avoidance coping exacerbates stress.

#13

What term describes a type of stress that results from positive events or experiences?

Eustress
Explanation

Eustress arises from positive experiences.

#14

Which of the following is NOT a symptom of PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)?

Hyperactivity
Explanation

Hyperactivity is not a typical symptom of PTSD.

#15

What is the term for the process of adjusting to new or challenging situations?

Adaptation
Explanation

Adaptation involves responding to changes.

#16

Which of the following is a common symptom of prolonged exposure to stress?

Elevated blood pressure
Explanation

Prolonged stress can lead to elevated blood pressure.

#17

What is the term for the positive psychological and physiological effects of managing stress effectively?

Eustress
Explanation

Eustress refers to beneficial stress.

#18

What is the term for the process of becoming aware of and naming one's emotional experience?

Emotion recognition
Explanation

Emotion recognition involves identifying emotions.

#19

Which psychological concept refers to the tendency to perceive oneself as less capable or effective than others?

Impostor syndrome
Explanation

Impostor syndrome involves doubting one's abilities.

#20

What is the term for a persistent pattern of negative thinking that can exacerbate stress?

Rumination
Explanation

Rumination involves dwelling on negative thoughts.

#21

What is the term for the tendency to attribute one's own negative experiences to internal causes and positive experiences to external causes?

Self-serving bias
Explanation

Self-serving bias affects attribution of experiences.

#22

What is the term for the ability to bounce back from adversity and maintain psychological well-being?

Resilience
Explanation

Resilience enables overcoming challenges.

#23

Which psychological concept refers to the ability to perceive and understand the emotions of others?

Empathy
Explanation

Empathy involves understanding others' emotions.

#24

What is the term for the process of mentally replaying or obsessively focusing on negative experiences or situations?

Rumination
Explanation

Rumination involves repetitive negative thinking.

#25

Which theory suggests that experiencing stress can lead to physical illness through the suppression of the immune system?

Psychosomatic Theory
Explanation

Psychosomatic Theory links stress to physical illness.

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