Chapter 6 Stress

Which stress-related disorder develops immediately after a stressful event and lasts a short amount of time?

• acute stress disorder

• major depressive disorder

• PTSD

• burnout

What is the first step in managing stress?

• reducing stress

• using distraction

• identifying stressors

• eliminating stress

Chronic stress increases a person’s risk for mental health conditions and illnesses because:

• it improves the immune system’s response to stress.

• it has no effect on brain function or mental health.

• it disrupts the balance of hormones and neurotransmitters in the brain.

• it decreases the likelihood of developing anxiety or depression.

The difference between trauma and toxic stress is:

• Trauma and toxic stress are exactly the same and interchangeable terms.

• Toxic stress is a short-term reaction, while trauma is always long-term.

• Trauma only affects adults, while toxic stress only affects children.

• Trauma is a response to a deeply distressing event, while toxic stress is prolonged exposure to adversity without adequate support.

Relationship factors that can cause stress include:

Which of the following is a common behavioral effect of stress?

• crying less

• not feeling hungry

• getting more sleep

• having more interest in enjoyable activities

High levels of cortisol affect the body in which of the following ways, both short-term and long-term?

• They improve muscle growth and enhance memory permanently.

• They decrease blood pressure and reduce stress responses over time.

• They lead to immediate weight loss and increased bone density.

• They can cause increased blood sugar, suppressed immune function, and long-term risk of chronic diseases.

Stress interferes with a person’s ability to recall memories because:

• it has no effect on memory recall.

• it strengthens the connections between neurons involved in memory.

• it disrupts the brain’s ability to retrieve information.

• it increases the accuracy of memory recall.

It is important to express your feelings when you are feeling stressed because:

Procrastination helps reduce stress.

• Sometimes

• False

• True

• Only for some people