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24

The general adaptation syndrome response includes __________.

A
alarm, resistance, and exhaustion
B
instinct, rapid heartbeat, and flight
C
depression, shallow breathing, and fight
D
none of the above
25

Which of the following is NOT considered a negative way to cope with stress?

A
seeking support
B
smoking and using substances
C
over- or undereating
D
lashing out at others
26

The value of group therapy for the treatment of mental health disorders is that an individual can __________.

A
find comfort in talking with people that have similar experiences
B
be a part of a group that allows one to hide his or her feelings
C
borrow medication from other group members when needed
D
none of the above
27

Which of the following is TRUE concerning the use of medicine to treat a mental disorder?

A
Unprescribed medication is best used to treat mental health disorders.
B
Medication can be used to cure most mental health disorders.
C
Medication can be used to help those with mental health disorders function more effectively.
D
Medication cannot be used to treat mental health disorders.
28

Which of the following statements BEST describes paranoid schizophrenia?

A
includes aggressive and destructive behaviors
B
involves laying motionless for hours
C
includes having illusions and hallucinations
D
none of the above
29

Hypnosis is sometimes used to treat anxiety disorders.

A
T
B
F
31

Which of the following is NOT an important component of planning ahead?

A
figuring out necessary steps
B
setting plausible limits
C
constructing an inflexible plan
D
deciding what you want to accomplish
32

Keeping a journal is not an effective way of keeping stress under control. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
34

If you suspect someone you know may attempt suicide, you should __________.

A
help them talk through their issues
B
help them by ignoring their behavior
C
help them by pointing out their faults
D
help them conceal their problems from others
35

Which of the following statements relating to stress is FALSE?

A
Stress is caused by a wide variety of factors.
B
Stress causes an automatic physiological response in organisms.
C
Stress is always unhealthy and should be avoided.
D
Stress can affect the mind and the body.
38

Reading and gazing at the stars are two ways to __________.

A
relax
B
express yourself
C
increase confidence
D
seek support
39

The signs of cognitive (mental) stress include all of the following EXCEPT:

A
loss of memory
B
loss of concentration
C
poor judgment
D
isolation
40

Which statement BEST describes the effects that stress has on the immune system?

A
Stress can lead to increased vulnerability to infections and immune deficiency disorders.
B
Stress can lead to decreased infections and immune deficiency disorders.
C
Stress can inhibit the production of red blood cells and platelets.
D
Stress can decrease the likelihood of catching colds, flu, and pneumonia.

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