Understanding Stress and Coping Mechanisms Quiz
Test your knowledge on stress psychology. Identify coping strategies, stressors, and physiological responses. Explore stress theory and management.
#1
What is stress?
A state of complete relaxation
A psychological and physiological response to a perceived threat
A form of entertainment
A type of exercise
#2
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom of stress?
Headaches
Increased energy levels
Muscle tension
Difficulty sleeping
#3
Which hormone is primarily responsible for the 'fight or flight' response during stressful situations?
Endorphins
Adrenaline
Melatonin
Insulin
#4
What is a common cognitive coping mechanism for managing stress?
Avoidance
Rumination
Distraction
Regression
#5
What is the term for stress that results from constant exposure to difficult or traumatic situations?
Acute stress
Chronic stress
Intermittent stress
Moderate stress
#6
Which neurotransmitter is often referred to as the 'feel-good' chemical and plays a role in stress reduction?
Dopamine
Serotonin
Glutamate
Norepinephrine
#7
Which of the following is NOT a common physical coping mechanism for stress relief?
Exercise
Yoga
Isolation
Massage therapy
#8
Which of the following techniques is associated with mindfulness-based stress reduction?
Progressive muscle relaxation
Journaling
Deep breathing exercises
Meditation
#9
What is the term for the phenomenon where people experience more stress when they are with others than when they are alone?
Social contagion
Groupthink
Crowd effect
Social facilitation
#10
Which psychological theory suggests that stress arises from an imbalance between demands and resources?
Transactional model of stress
Cognitive dissonance theory
Social learning theory
Psychoanalytic theory
#11
Which type of coping mechanism involves accepting the stressor and adapting to the situation?
Problem-focused coping
Emotion-focused coping
Avoidant coping
Wishful thinking
#12
What is the term for a sudden onset of intense anxiety or fear in response to a specific trigger?
Panic attack
Generalized anxiety disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder
Social anxiety disorder
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