Term 1 Test Review - A

Which stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) is characterized by the body’s initial response to stress, including the activation of the fight-or-flight response?

• Resistance Stage

• Alarm Stage

• Exhaustion Stage

Which of the following is a key feature of the resistance stage in General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)?

• Body adapts to the stressor

• Energy reserves are depleted

• The fight-or-flight response is triggered

The exhaustion stage of General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) occurs when:

• The body has fully recovered from stress

• Stressors are removed from the environment

• The body’s energy reserves are depleted, leading to burnout

• The body is still able to adapt and resist stress

Which of the following is NOT typically associated with Type A personality?

• High levels of stress

• Competitiveness

• Relaxed and easy-going behavior

• Time urgency

Type B personalities are generally characterized by:

• A strong sense of urgency and high competitiveness

• A relaxed, patient, and easy-going nature

• High levels of aggression

• Chronic feelings of frustration and anger

Which of the following behaviors is typically associated with Type A personality?

• High levels of patience and tolerance

• Slow-paced and deliberate actions

• Hostility, time urgency, and competitiveness

• Low stress levels and contentment

What is biofeedback primarily used for?

• Teaching individuals to control physiological processes to improve health

• Monitoring the stages of General Adaptation Syndrome

• Diagnosing the cause of a medical condition

• Managing psychological disorders through medication

Biofeedback can help individuals to:

• Decrease their blood pressure by learning relaxation techniques

• Increase their stress levels for therapeutic purposes

• Ignore their body’s physiological responses

• Only manage physical injuries

In the first stage of Stress Inoculation Training (SIT), known as conceptualisation, the primary goal is to:

• Develop practical coping skills for dealing with stress

• Understand the nature of stress and how it affects the body and mind

• Apply coping techniques to real-life situations

• Reflect on past stressors and identify triggers

During the skills acquisition phase of Stress Inoculation Training, participants are taught:

• How to recognize stress triggers in their environment

• How to confront their stressors head-on

• Effective coping skills and relaxation techniques

• How to avoid stressful situations entirely