Hans Selye considered stress to be any demand on our ability to adapt.
Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
Question 2When people experience stress, cortisol levels
a. increase.
b. decrease.
c. remain unchanged.
d. fluctuate uncontrollably.
Question 3A psychosomatic illness is
a. an imaginary illness.
b. caused by bacteria.
c. preventable through hand washing.
d. All of these answers.
Question 4A teacher can help children deal with their fears by
a. encouraging them to keep their fears to themselves so as not to scare other children.
b. pointing out that other children arent afraid, so they shouldnt be either.
c. offering reassurance in the form of a hand to hold or a lap in which to sit.
d. telling the child that adults are never afraid.
Question 5Stress can be derived from health-related problems such as
a. asthma.
b. cancer.
c. a serious accident.
d. All of these answers.
Question 6According to the text, parents who appear disorganized in behavior, unduly frustrated, unable to accept help, and more concerned for themselves than their child are
a. experiencing some stress.
b. under so much stress that they are not coping adequately in carrying out family functions.
c. bad parents.
d. probably going through a stressful period that will pass in time.
Question 7Families under extreme stress may not be able to cope with their problems. Indications that a parent may be at the breaking point include
a. the parent asking for your advice and help.
b. the parent picking up the child after the schools closing time and telling you that he or she had to work late.
c. a parent who seems unable to accept help and appears more concerned about himself or herself than about the child.
d. All of these answers.