21) A state of physiological equilibrium is known as which of the following?
A) eustress
B) distress
C) allostasis
D) homeostasis
22) The simultaneous changes that occur in the body to maintain homeostasis are called
A) distress.
B) allostasis.
C) homeostatic balance.
D) general adaptation syndrome.
23) The long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the body’s prolonged attempt to maintain equilibrium is known as
A) allostatic load.
B) allostasis.
C) homeostatic balance.
D) general adaptation syndrome.
24) Allostatic load can lead to
A) high blood pressure.
B) a return to homeostasis.
C) eustress.
D) increased immunity.
25) The relationship between the mind's response to stress and the immune system's ability to function is collectively known as
A) allostasis.
B) psychoneuroimmunology.
C) immunosuppression.
D) neuroimmune response.
26) Researcher's think that cortisol and cytokines damage a part of the brain known as the
A) hippocampus.
B) motor cortex.
C) prefrontal lobe.
D) central sulcus.
27) In severe cases, an individual's response to stress may develop into
A) an autoimmune disorder.
B) Parkinson's disease.
C) post-traumatic stress disorder.
D) leukemia.
28) An acute stress disorder caused by experiencing an extremely traumatic event is
A) post-traumatic stress disorder.
B) biofeedback.
C) distress.
D) depression.
29) A primary source of stress is which of the following?
A) change
B) high self-efficacy
C) psychological hardiness
D) consistent goals and behaviors
30) Which stressor is unique to international students?
A) overload and burnout from studying.
B) language barrier.
C) conflict with a roommate.
D) expectations of parents.