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1

Health psychologists generally take which of the following positions with regard to the philosophical mind-body debate?
A)they equate the mind with the physiological workings of the brain
B)they distinguish the mind from the brain, and both from the soul
C)they believe the mind and the body are clearly linked
D)they restrict their attention to physiological effects and ignore causes
2

Exposure to stressors generates immediate biological reactions. Which of the following is not one of them?
A)a rise in certain hormones secreted by the adrenal glands
B)an increase in heart rate and blood pressure
C)changes in how well the skin conducts electrical impulses
D)infection
3

The first stage of the general adaptation syndrome is alarm; in this stage people
A)prepare to fight the stressor.
B)prepare to move on to the next stage.
C)become aware of the presence of a stressor.
D)run away from the stressor in alarm.
4

Stress produces indirect consequences that result in declines in health. An example of this is a reduction in the likelihood of obtaining health care. Which of the following is another indirect consequence of stress?
A)increased nicotine, drug, and alcohol use
B)decreased compliance with medical advice
C)an overall decline in the functioning of the immune system
D)a variety of psychosomatic illnesses
5

Some victims of major catastrophes and severe personal stressors experience posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), in which someone has experienced a significantly stressful event that has long-lasting effects that may include
A)reexperiencing the event in vivid flashbacks or dreams.
B)an increase in personal stressors.
C)emotional sensitivity.
D)irritation.
6

Hardiness is a personality characteristic associated with a lower rate of stress-related illness. Which of the following is not a component of hardiness?
A)commitment
B)control
C)resilience
D)challenge





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