,1. Which theory emphasizes the role of cognitive
processes in understanding stress and coping in health
psychology?
- A. Social Learning Theory
- B. Cognitive-Behavioral Theory
- C. Biopsychosocial Model
- D. Transactional Model of Stress and Coping
- Answer : D. Transactional Model of Stress and
Coping
- Rationale : This model, developed by Lazarus and
Folkman, focuses on how individuals cognitively appraise
stress and the coping mechanisms they use.
2. The Health Belief Model includes which of the following
components?
- A. Susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers
- B. Beliefs, attitudes, behaviors, consequences
- C. Motivation, compliance, resistance, understanding
- D. Prevention, intervention, maintenance, assessment
- Answer : A. Susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers
- Rationale : These components assess why individuals
engage or do not engage in health behaviors.
4. In health psychology, the term "hardiness" refers to:
- A. A personality trait involving resilience and confidence
- B. A biological predisposition to physical illness
- C. A genetic marker for mental toughness
- D. An emotional response to chronic stress
- Answer : A. A personality trait involving resilience and
confidence
- Rationale : Hardiness includes commitment, control,
and challenge as core components aiding stress coping.
5. What is the primary focus of psychoneuroimmunology in
health psychology?
- A. Relationship between genetics and behavior
- B. Interactions between psychological processes and
the nervous and immune systems
- C. Influence of behavior on contagious diseases
- D. Effect of environmental stressors on mental health
- Answer : B. Interactions between psychological
processes and the nervous and immune systems
- Rationale : Psychoneuroimmunology examines how
mental states can affect immune function.
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6. The ____________ Model of Health emphasizes the
interaction of biological, psychological, and social factors in
health.
- Answer : Biopsychosocial
- Rationale : This model considers how various factors
intersect and impact health outcomes.
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