Chapter 13: Health Psychology

Question 1

Stress and Eustress

Answer 1

subjective, can be both positive and negative, a battle of motivation vs. procrastination.

Question 2

3 Stages of Stress Response

Answer 2

general adaptation syndrome: 3 stages
alarm stage - the panic
resistance stage - the long-lasting effect (rest is neglected, burnout, tension, straining blood pressure)
exhaustion stage - systems collapse, immune system failure, injury and illness risks

Question 3

Subjectivity of Stress and its Appraisal Types

Answer 3

no defined “stress”, as we all feel it differently.
primary appraisal: threatening vs. non-threatening
secondary appraisal: controllable vs. non-controllable

Question 4

Interactional Model of Stress

Answer 4

1. Objective events capable of producing stress; 2. Cognitive appraisal; 3. Coping strategy comes into play between 2 and 4; 4. Physical arousal; 5. Illness.

Question 5

Externalizing Coping Strategy

Answer 5

blaming others, aggression, risks, and behaviors (hostility, increased stress, cardiovascular problems, relationship issues)

Question 6

Prosocial Coping Strategy

Answer 6

rationalization, assertiveness, mediation, physical (relaxation and breathing, exercise, time-management), emotional (social support, communication, emotion release), cognitive (constructive thinking, distraction, task-oriented mindset, acceptance)

Question 7

Health Behaviors Coping Strategy

Answer 7

major causes of death include heart disease, diabetes, cancer

Question 8

Positive Regard

Answer 8

someone thinking of you in good light, showing you kindness and respect.
conditional: you are only given this regard if you earn it through tasks or duties for others.

Question 9

Congruence

Answer 9

adaptability, no inner conflict, support for growth motivations

Question 10

Social Emotional Struggle

Answer 10

resilience and grit, growth mindset, perseverance, a cycle of humility, compassion, awareness, optimism, calmness, integrity