#1
Which of the following best defines stress?
A state of physical and mental tension
ExplanationStress is characterized by physical and mental tension.
#2
Which hormone is often referred to as the 'stress hormone'?
Cortisol
ExplanationCortisol is commonly known as the 'stress hormone'.
#3
What is the primary function of coping mechanisms?
To reduce or manage the stress experienced
ExplanationCoping mechanisms aim to reduce or manage experienced stress.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a common stress management technique?
Excessive caffeine consumption
ExplanationExcessive caffeine consumption is not a recommended stress management technique.
#5
Which of the following is a common symptom of chronic stress?
Insomnia
ExplanationInsomnia is a common symptom associated with chronic stress.
#6
What is the term for a coping mechanism where individuals divert their attention away from stressors and engage in enjoyable activities?
Emotion-focused coping
ExplanationEmotion-focused coping involves diverting attention from stressors to enjoyable activities.
#7
What term describes the ability to bounce back from adversity or adapt to stress and change?
Resilience
ExplanationHomeostasis refers to the body's internal balance or equilibrium.
#8
Which of the following is NOT considered a source of stress?
Positive life changes
ExplanationPositive life changes are not typically considered sources of stress.
#9
What is the term for the tendency to perform better when being observed, leading to inaccurate results in research?
Hawthorne effect
ExplanationThe Hawthorne effect refers to improved performance when being observed, affecting research outcomes.
#10
Which of the following is NOT a type of stress according to Hans Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome?
Acceptance
ExplanationAcceptance is not considered a type of stress in Hans Selye's General Adaptation Syndrome.
#11
What term describes a state of balance or equilibrium in the body's internal environment?
Homeostasis
ExplanationHomeostasis refers to the body's internal balance or equilibrium.
#12
Which psychological theory suggests that stress arises from the imbalance between perceived demands and perceived resources to cope with those demands?
Transactional Model of Stress and Coping
ExplanationThe Transactional Model of Stress and Coping suggests stress arises from perceived imbalances between demands and coping resources.
#13
Which of the following is a characteristic of Type A personality, often associated with higher stress levels?
Competitiveness
ExplanationCompetitiveness is a characteristic of Type A personality, associated with higher stress levels.
#14
According to Lazarus and Folkman's transactional model, what are the two primary appraisal processes involved in stress perception?
Primary and secondary appraisals
ExplanationPrimary and secondary appraisals are the two main processes in stress perception according to Lazarus and Folkman's transactional model.