Stress and Stress Management Quiz with Verified Solutions
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Stress And Stress Management
Stress and Stress Management Quiz
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What is the "fight-or-flight" response, and how is it related to stress?
The "fight-or-flight" response is the body's automatic reaction to perceived threats, preparing
it to either confront or escape the danger, and is a key part ...
Stress and Stress Management Quiz
with Verified Solutions
What is the "fight-or-flight" response, and how is it related to stress?
✔✔The "fight-or-flight" response is the body's automatic reaction to perceived threats, preparing
it to either confront or escape the danger, and is a key part of the body's stress response.
How does chronic stress differ from acute stress?
✔✔Chronic stress is long-term and can have lasting negative effects on health, while acute stress
is short-term and usually resolves quickly after the stressful situation ends.
What physiological changes occur in the body during a stress response?
✔✔During a stress response, the body experiences an increased heart rate, rapid breathing,
tensed muscles, and a surge of stress hormones like adrenaline and cortisol.
Why is it important to recognize early signs of stress?
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, ✔✔Recognizing early signs of stress is important because it allows for timely intervention,
preventing stress from escalating and negatively impacting health.
How can practicing mindfulness help in managing stress?
✔✔Mindfulness helps manage stress by promoting awareness of the present moment, reducing
negative thinking, and fostering relaxation.
What is the role of cortisol in the stress response?
✔✔Cortisol is a hormone released during stress that increases blood sugar, enhances brain
function, and suppresses non-essential functions to help the body cope with stress.
How does stress impact the immune system?
✔✔Stress can weaken the immune system, making the body more susceptible to infections and
slowing down the healing process.
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