#1
Which hormone is commonly associated with the body's stress response?
Insulin
Cortisol
Estrogen
Melatonin
#2
Chronic stress can contribute to which of the following health issues?
Improved immune function
Weight loss
Cardiovascular disease
Increased energy levels
#3
How does acute stress differ from chronic stress?
Acute stress lasts for a longer period
Chronic stress is a response to an immediate threat
Acute stress is short-term and often more intense
Chronic stress has no significant impact on health
#4
Which of the following is NOT a physical symptom of stress?
Increased heart rate
Lower blood pressure
Headaches
Muscle tension
#5
Which type of stress is considered beneficial and can improve performance and motivation?
Toxic stress
Eustress
Chronic stress
Distress
#6
Which of the following lifestyle changes is LEAST likely to reduce stress levels?
Regular physical exercise
Maintaining a healthy diet
Increasing caffeine intake
Getting adequate sleep
#7
What is the name of the physiological system that gets activated during stress, involving the hypothalamus, pituitary gland, and adrenal glands?
Parasympathetic nervous system
Central nervous system
Endocrine system
Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis
#8
Which psychological technique is NOT commonly used to manage stress?
Cognitive-behavioral therapy
Mindfulness meditation
Progressive muscle relaxation
High-intensity interval training
#9
Stress can exacerbate which of the following mental health conditions?
Depression
Anxiety disorders
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
All of the above
#10
What role does the amygdala play in the stress response?
It produces stress hormones
It detects threats and triggers a fear response
It regulates blood pressure
It enhances cognitive function
#11
What is the primary function of the parasympathetic nervous system in stress response?
To prepare the body for fight or flight
To increase heart rate and blood pressure
To help the body conserve energy
To facilitate the body's rest and digest response
#12
How does stress typically affect the immune system in the short term?
It significantly weakens it, leading to immediate illness
It temporarily boosts it, potentially improving response to vaccines
It has no effect on immune function
It changes the blood type
#13
According to research, how does stress affect neuroplasticity in the brain?
It enhances the growth of new neurons
It has no significant effect on neuroplasticity
It reduces neuroplasticity and the ability to form new neural connections
It increases the size of the hippocampus
#14
Which of the following is a long-term effect of cortisol exposure due to chronic stress?
Decreased blood sugar levels
Strengthened immune system
Memory and concentration impairment
Increased muscle mass
#15
According to the transactional model of stress and coping, what determines an individual's stress level?
The number of stressors present in their environment
Their physical health status
The balance between perceived demands and perceived resources
The genetic predisposition to stress
#16
The term 'allostatic load' refers to:
The beneficial effects of stress
The physical toll on the body due to chronic exposure to fluctuating or heightened neural or neuroendocrine response
The immediate reaction of the body to stress
The decrease in stress response over time due to adaptation
#17
Which of the following statements is true regarding the relationship between stress and heart disease?
Stress directly causes high blood pressure, a risk factor for heart disease
There is no link between stress and heart disease
Stress is only related to heart disease in older adults
Stress can contribute to heart disease indirectly, such as by influencing behaviors and factors like high blood pressure and cholesterol levels