Stress Quiz

What is eustress?

• Stress that produces positive effects.

• Stress that produces negative effects.

• An event or situation that causes stress.

• An unexpected event that threatens lives and may destroy property.

What are some examples of distress?

• Attending a friend's birthday party.

• Experiencing a catastrophe.

• Dealing with everyday problems.

• Living in unsafe or crowded conditions.

What are some physical changes that can occur due to stress?

• Increased sweating

• Skin rash

• Headache

• All of the above

What are some illnesses that can be triggered or worsened by stress?

• Stomachaches

• Asthma

• Heart Disease

• All of the above

What is one way to reduce stress when a stressor is not under your control?

• Engage in physical activity.

• Practice progressive relaxation.

• Avoid negative thinking.

• Build resilience.

What is stress?

• The response of your body and mind to being challenged or threatened.

• A normal part of life that can be avoided.

• A positive outcome of challenging situations.

• The ability to concentrate and perform at your best.

What are some common sources of stress?

• Major life changes, catastrophes, everyday problems, and environmental problems.

• Conflict, pressure to succeed, noise, and unsafe conditions.

• Breathing rate increases, more sugar is released into the blood, the flow of blood to the skin is reduced, and pupils open wide.

• Adrenaline is released, heart rate and blood pressure increase, the flow of blood to the digestive system is reduced, and stomach acid production increases.

What are the three stages of the body's response to stress?

• Alarm stage, resistance stage, and exhaustion stage.

• The breathing rate increases, more sugar is released into the blood, the flow of blood to the skin is reduced, and pupils open wide.

• Adrenaline is released, heart rate and blood pressure increase, flow of blood to the digestive system is reduced, and stomach acid production increases.

• Major life changes, catastrophes, everyday problems, and environmental problems.

What is the body's initial reaction to stress during the alarm stage?

• Increased sweating

• Muscle tension

• Pounding heart

• Release of adrenaline into the blood

Which stage occurs when your body adapts to the continued presence of a stressor?

• Resistance Stage

• Exhaustion Stage

• Fight-or-Flight Response

• Recognition Stage