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Which characteristic is typical of eustress?

A
affects social relationships
B
has emotional/mental effects
C
causes illness
D
focuses energy
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Which psychological condition may result from stress?

A
increased blood pressure
B
schizophrenia
C
unusual irritability
D
post-traumatic stress disorder
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The chart shows the results of a study on stress reduction techniques.

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A
exercising daily
B
talking with friends
C
transcendental meditation
D
concentration or contemplation
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A student has a heavy course load and feels overwhelmed. What strategy provides a healthy way for the student to cope with stress?

A
ignoring the feelings
B
getting 12 hours of sleep
C
using gaming as a distraction
D
learning time management skills
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How are stress and physical health related?

A
High stress levels increase physical fitness.
B
The body is not able to function under high stress.
C
The body needs high stress to assist with healing.
D
High stress levels can damage the body’s well-being.
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Which technique is an example of healthy stress management?

A
sleeping most of the day
B
limiting physical activity
C
practicing relaxation techniques
D
drinking caffeinated beverages
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Which physical effect is associated with acute stress?

A
dizziness
B
depression
C
stomach ulcers
D
type 2 diabetes
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Which situation is an example of a stressor that typically causes distress?

A
taking a new course
B
going on a first date
C
living in a crowded space
D
learning to play an instrument
10

Which situation involves an environmental stressor?

A
having an illness
B
dealing with divorce
C
experiencing bullying
D
being around excessive noise
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How can someone distinguish between positive and negative stressors in his or her life?

A
Only negative stressors create strong and prolonged anxiety.
B
Only negative stressors cause a change in behavior and outlook.
C
Only positive stressors influence the body and the mind.
D
Only positive stressors result in higher heartbeat and breathing rates.
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Jorge does not experience a strong stress response to public speaking, but Dan does. Which factor most likely causes this difference?

A
Jorge has a mental illness.
B
Jorge is smarter and nicer than Dan.
C
Jorge's parents put a lot of pressure on him.
D
Jorge’s past experiences with public speaking have been positive.
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Some friends want to help a teen who is dealing with distress. What should they do to provide support?

A
Tell the teen to ignore the stress.
B
Offer the teen a new perspective.
C
Reinforce all the teen’s ideas.
D
Laugh off the teen’s problems.
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Which physical effect of stress can have fatal consequences?

A
skin diseases
B
heart disease
C
reproductive problems
D
joint and muscle damage

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