Wellness Stress Management Wellness 3

Question 1

Which lifestyle factor can worsen the body's stress response over time?

Accepted Answer

Excessive caffeine consumption

Answer

Excessive caffeine stimulates the nervous system and amplifies the stress response, increasing anxiety, heart rate, and sleep disturbances.

Question 2

Dr. Herbert Benson described the 'relaxation response' as the physiological opposite of:

Accepted Answer

The fight-or-flight response

Answer

Benson's relaxation response counteracts fight-or-flight by lowering heart rate, blood pressure, and muscle tension through deliberate relaxation techniques.

Question 3

Which approach to stress management targets unhelpful thought patterns and the beliefs that fuel stress reactions?

Accepted Answer

Cognitive-behavioral approaches

Answer

Cognitive-behavioral approaches identify and challenge distorted or unhelpful thoughts that trigger and sustain stress responses.

Question 4

Exercise reduces stress primarily through which mechanism?

Accepted Answer

Releasing endorphins and reducing physical tension

Answer

Physical exercise triggers endorphin release — natural neurotransmitters that elevate mood and reduce the perception of stress and pain.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT an effective long-term stress management strategy?

Accepted Answer

Consistently avoiding all challenges and difficult situations

Answer

Consistently avoiding challenges prevents development of coping skills and resilience, leading to greater stress and anxiety over time.

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Wellness Stress Management Wellness 3