Stress Management and Autonomic Nervous System Functions Quiz

Test your knowledge on stress management, hormones, and coping mechanisms. Explore autonomic nervous system functions in this quiz.

#1

Which division of the autonomic nervous system is responsible for the 'fight or flight' response?

Sympathetic nervous system
Parasympathetic nervous system
Somatic nervous system
Peripheral nervous system
#2

Which of the following is a healthy coping mechanism for managing stress?

Avoidance
Procrastination
Physical exercise
Isolation
#3

Which neurotransmitter is often referred to as the 'feel-good' neurotransmitter and is involved in mood regulation and stress response?

Serotonin
Dopamine
GABA
Glutamate
#4

What is the term for the process of consciously redirecting thoughts and attention away from stressors?

Cognitive restructuring
Mindfulness
Distracted coping
Cognitive dissonance
#5

Which of the following is a symptom of sympathetic nervous system activation?

Decreased heart rate
Dilated pupils
Increased digestion
Relaxed muscles
#6

What hormone is primarily responsible for the physiological effects of stress?

Dopamine
Endorphin
Cortisol
Serotonin
#7

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

Weight gain
Increased immune function
Headaches
Insomnia
#8

Which neurotransmitter is primarily associated with the 'rest and digest' response of the parasympathetic nervous system?

Acetylcholine
Norepinephrine
Dopamine
Glutamate
#9

What is the term for the technique involving slow, deep breathing to induce relaxation?

Biofeedback
Meditation
Diaphragmatic breathing
Hypnosis
#10

Which brain region plays a crucial role in regulating the body's stress response?

Cerebellum
Hippocampus
Amygdala
Cerebral cortex
#11

What is the term for the process of adapting to stressors over time?

Sensitization
Desensitization
Resilience
Tolerance
#12

What is the term for the body's physiological reaction to a perceived threat or challenge?

Homeostasis
Eustress
Distress
Allostasis
#13

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

Increased heart rate
Rapid breathing
Reduced blood pressure
Muscle tension
#14

Which hormone is often referred to as the 'love hormone' and is associated with social bonding and stress reduction?

Cortisol
Oxytocin
Adrenaline
Endorphin
#15

What is the term for the psychological concept that refers to the perceived ability to cope with and manage stress?

Stress tolerance
Resilience
Adaptability
Endurance
#16

Which brain region is responsible for evaluating and interpreting the emotional significance of stimuli and plays a key role in the stress response?

Prefrontal cortex
Hypothalamus
Amygdala
Cerebellum

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