Health, Nutrition, and Food Sciences

HIV/AIDS continues to be a serious concern worldwide; more than 33 million people are living with ...

HIV/AIDS continues to be a serious concern worldwide; more than 33 million people are living with ...

HIV/AIDS continues to be a serious concern worldwide; more than 33 million people are living with HIV infection, and more than 67 percent of this number lives in
 
  A) the Indian subcontinent.
  B) Central America.
  C) China.

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aschramm

Healthy People 2020 takes a(n) ________ approach to describing health.

Healthy People 2020 takes a(n) ________ approach to describing health.

Healthy People 2020 takes a(n) ________ approach to describing health.
 
  A) anthropological
  B) sociological
  C) ecological
  D) causal


The top three causes of death in the U.S. are lifestyle-related dise

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LMD

Being respected by coworkers is one sign of occupational health. (True or false?)

Being respected by coworkers is one sign of occupational health. (True or false?)

Being respected by coworkers is one sign of occupational health.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Colleges who participate in the Healthy Campus initiative can choose which health issues they want to focu

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lazer

Having a regular doctor or place of care is associated with better health care. (True or false?)

Having a regular doctor or place of care is associated with better health care. (True or false?)

Having a regular doctor or place of care is associated with better health care.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Geographical differences such as air pollution and proximity to trauma centers can affect a

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SpacySmol

A person's attitude toward screening to detect diseases can be a predisposing factor that ...

A person's attitude toward screening to detect diseases can be a predisposing factor that ...

A person's attitude toward screening to detect diseases can be a predisposing factor that influences health behavior.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


If a person is thinking about making a behavior chang

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f3arbad

Telling yourself I can train and run a 10K road race is an example of shaping. (True or false?)

Telling yourself I can train and run a 10K road race is an example of shaping. (True or false?)

Telling yourself I can train and run a 10K road race is an example of shaping.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


A person with an external locus of control has higher self-efficacy than someone with an int

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Missmina01

A behavior change contract should include a list of the resources you have available to help you ...

A behavior change contract should include a list of the resources you have available to help you ...

A behavior change contract should include a list of the resources you have available to help you with the change.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Media includes books, magazines, newspapers, television,

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SpacySmol

Describe the primary factors that affect personal health. What will be an ideal ...

Describe the primary factors that affect personal health. What will be an ideal ...

Describe the primary factors that affect personal health.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Showing a correlation between drinking coffee and increased productivity is the same thing as proving that coffee consumption dire

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ferry_L

Discuss enabling factors of behavior change and how they would apply to a situation in which someone ...

Discuss enabling factors of behavior change and how they would apply to a situation in which someone ...

Discuss enabling factors of behavior change and how they would apply to a situation in which someone was trying to quit cigarette smoking.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Give some examples of basic behavior-change strat

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bturner

Discuss the physical determinates to health as outlined in the chapter. What will be an ideal ...

Discuss the physical determinates to health as outlined in the chapter. What will be an ideal ...

Discuss the physical determinates to health as outlined in the chapter.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Discuss and list some of the predisposing factors to healthy behavior.
 
  What will be an ideal response

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Irelandgb

Maslow's hierarchy of needs pyramid includes all of the following EXCEPT :

Maslow's hierarchy of needs pyramid includes all of the following EXCEPT :

Maslow's hierarchy of needs pyramid includes all of the following EXCEPT
 
  A) physiological health.
  B) safety and security.
  C) self-esteem.
  D) need for entertainment.


Which of the following techniques

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Maiem

Having an optimistic outlook has been associated with all of the following EXCEPT :

Having an optimistic outlook has been associated with all of the following EXCEPT :

Having an optimistic outlook has been associated with all of the following EXCEPT
 
  A) carrying less anger.
  B) a decreased likelihood of getting sick with serious or minor illness.
  C) a higher likelihood of developing diabe

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zariacofer9

Which of the following statements is true regarding mental disorders and minorities?

Which of the following statements is true regarding mental disorders and minorities?

Which of the following statements is true regarding mental disorders and minorities?
 
  A) The tendency toward depression is more innate in minorities versus heterosexual Caucasians.
  B) African Americans and Hispanic Americans have

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vanpac

Sudden feelings of terror that strike without warning are characteristic of :

Sudden feelings of terror that strike without warning are characteristic of :

Sudden feelings of terror that strike without warning are characteristic of
 
  A) generalized anxiety disorder.
  B) depression.
  C) a panic attack.
  D) seasonal affective disorder.


Attention-deficit/hypera

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zariacofer9

To treat his fear of heights, Michael underwent systematic desensitization. Which of the following ...

To treat his fear of heights, Michael underwent systematic desensitization. Which of the following ...

To treat his fear of heights, Michael underwent systematic desensitization. Which of the following was/were likely components of his treatment?
 
  A) Climbing stairs or taking an elevator to gradually increasing heights
  B) Talking

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boobear86

Self-care includes all of the following EXCEPT :

Self-care includes all of the following EXCEPT :

Self-care includes all of the following EXCEPT
 
  A) eating well.
  B) getting enough sleep.
  C) getting enough exercise.
  D) drinking alcohol to help deal with stress.


Which of the of the following ethnic

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CB96

Cognitive therapy focuses on changing :

Cognitive therapy focuses on changing :

Cognitive therapy focuses on changing
 
  A) unconscious sources for a person's behavior.
  B) negative and distorted thoughts.
  C) a person's level of optimism.
  D) a person's response to medication.


Behavi

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Sonikapardal

Omid expresses his needs and wants to others in appropriate ways. He is successful in expressing his ...

Omid expresses his needs and wants to others in appropriate ways. He is successful in expressing his ...

Omid expresses his needs and wants to others in appropriate ways. He is successful in expressing his
 
  A) aggression.
  B) passivity.
  C) autonomy.
  D) assertiveness.


When her boyfriend is feeling slighted

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albulena

After getting married and completing his Ph.D., Enrique has achieved his lifelong goals. This ...

After getting married and completing his Ph.D., Enrique has achieved his lifelong goals. This ...

After getting married and completing his Ph.D., Enrique has achieved his lifelong goals. This scenario is an example of
 
  A) self-esteem.
  B) self-actualization.
  C) assertiveness.
  D) autonomy.


Susan vie

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CB96

The component of psychological health associated with a connection to a higher purpose is :

The component of psychological health associated with a connection to a higher purpose is :

The component of psychological health associated with a connection to a higher purpose is
 
  A) emotional health.
  B) faith.
  C) spirituality.
  D) spiritual health.


________ is the concept of being connect

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bradenodom_3

For the past six months, Mary Eileen has experienced chronic worrying that seems to be out of her ...

For the past six months, Mary Eileen has experienced chronic worrying that seems to be out of her ...

For the past six months, Mary Eileen has experienced chronic worrying that seems to be out of her control. Her behavior is typical of
 
  A) generalized anxiety disorder.
  B) seasonal affective disorder.
  C) social anxiety diso

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AnitaSmith

A phobia of heights is classified as a(n) ________ phobia.

A phobia of heights is classified as a(n) ________ phobia.

A phobia of heights is classified as a(n) ________ phobia.
 
  A) situational
  B) injury
  C) anxiety
  D) natural-environment


Sudden feelings of terror that strike without warning describes ________ attacks.

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TheInquisitor57

________ is the ability to choose or create surroundings that suit you.

________ is the ability to choose or create surroundings that suit you.

________ is the ability to choose or create surroundings that suit you.
 
  A) Autonomy
  B) Environmental mastery
  C) Aggressiveness
  D) Assertiveness


Behavioral therapy focuses on changing a person's ____

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callie

A system of beliefs and practices related to the existence of a transcendent power is defined as ...

A system of beliefs and practices related to the existence of a transcendent power is defined as ...

A system of beliefs and practices related to the existence of a transcendent power is defined as
 
  A) values.
  B) emotional intelligence.
  C) a religion.
  D) spiritual health.


________ is the ability to c

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Arab12006

According to the World Health Organization, ________ is that which is in total harmony with the ...

According to the World Health Organization, ________ is that which is in total harmony with the ...

According to the World Health Organization, ________ is that which is in total harmony with the perceptual and non-perceptual environment.
 
  A) emotional intelligence
  B) psychological health
  C) spirituality
  D) self-a

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Chocolate!

The national Institute of Mental Health estimates that more than ________ Americans over the age of ...

The national Institute of Mental Health estimates that more than ________ Americans over the age of ...

The national Institute of Mental Health estimates that more than ________ Americans over the age of 18 have experienced a diagnosable mental disorder at some time in the past year.
 
  A) 1 in 15
  B) 1 in 8
  C) 1 in 4
  D

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Sqwill23

Mental health is the component of psychological health that pertains to a person's feelings and ...

Mental health is the component of psychological health that pertains to a person's feelings and ...

Mental health is the component of psychological health that pertains to a person's feelings and emotions.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Individuals with high self-esteem tend to be more resilient and o

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aschramm

Physical health can decline when a person has a negative outlook or high levels of stress and ...

Physical health can decline when a person has a negative outlook or high levels of stress and ...

Physical health can decline when a person has a negative outlook or high levels of stress and anxiety.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Emotional intelligence is the same thing as intellectual intelligenc

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b3kglenns

Shyness is a result of genetics and cannot be altered by a person's environment. (True or false?)

Shyness is a result of genetics and cannot be altered by a person's environment. (True or false?)

Shyness is a result of genetics and cannot be altered by a person's environment.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Studies show that optimists live longer.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is

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asimpson77

Panic disorder can lead to agoraphobia. (True or false?)

Panic disorder can lead to agoraphobia. (True or false?)

Panic disorder can lead to agoraphobia.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health problems among American adults.
 
  Indicate whether the statement i

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sswise1

The most common anxiety disorder is schizophrenia. (True or false?)

The most common anxiety disorder is schizophrenia. (True or false?)

The most common anxiety disorder is schizophrenia.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Because bad moods are the result of external, uncontrollable factors, they are out of a person's control.
 
 

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Leahlaibe

Discuss ways in which you can practice self-care, which is particularly important when you're ...

Discuss ways in which you can practice self-care, which is particularly important when you're ...

Discuss ways in which you can practice self-care, which is particularly important when you're experiencing mental or emotional distress.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Mood disorders are chronic, pervasive emotional sta

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daisy1234567

What signs can you look for in a friend to be aware he or she is contemplating suicide? What will ...

What signs can you look for in a friend to be aware he or she is contemplating suicide? What will ...

What signs can you look for in a friend to be aware he or she is contemplating suicide?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Discuss five characteristics of a psychologically healthy person.
 
  What will be an ide

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shy;

Discuss three strategies for overcoming a bad mood. What will be an ideal ...

Discuss three strategies for overcoming a bad mood. What will be an ideal ...

Discuss three strategies for overcoming a bad mood.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Discuss the primary symptoms of schizophrenia.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Explain the difference betw

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Bowhunter522

Discuss some of the strategies for building optimism. What will be an ideal ...

Discuss some of the strategies for building optimism. What will be an ideal ...

Discuss some of the strategies for building optimism.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


What are some of the specific problems associated with men who might have depression?
 
  What will be an ideal response?[b

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Chocolate!

Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by the body's attempt to restore ...

Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by the body's attempt to restore ...

Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome is characterized by the body's attempt to restore homeostasis?
 
  A) alarm
  B) resistance
  C) exhaustion
  D) homeostatic


Which of the following is a likely so

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geography101

Psychoneuroimmunology is the study of the interaction of psychological processes with :

Psychoneuroimmunology is the study of the interaction of psychological processes with :

Psychoneuroimmunology is the study of the interaction of psychological processes with
 
  A) the nervous system, hormones, and the immune system.
  B) the nervous system, the cardiovascular system, and the digestive system.
  C)

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ferry_L

Common causes of stress include all of the following EXCEPT :

Common causes of stress include all of the following EXCEPT :

Common causes of stress include all of the following EXCEPT
 
  A) financial issues.
  B) supportive social networks.
  C) daily hassles.
  D) living in an unsafe neighborhood.


Which of the following is NOT a

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zc323

Based on the 2010 American Psychological Association national survey on stress, :

Based on the 2010 American Psychological Association national survey on stress, :

Based on the 2010 American Psychological Association national survey on stress,
 
  A) men reported higher levels of stress than women.
  B) college-age students report the highest stress levels of any age group.
  C) Americans r

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artsyyy123

You can try to reduce and better manage the stressors in your life by :

You can try to reduce and better manage the stressors in your life by :

You can try to reduce and better manage the stressors in your life by
 
  A) making changes to your daily routine.
  B) giving yourself opportunities to relax.
  C) thinking about stress in useful ways.
  D) All of the answe

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ddbeaumont15