Ch. 12

Question 1

acquired immune deficiency syndrome

Answer 1

-AIDS
-life threatening, incurable, yet treatable condition which the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks and damages the immune system

Question 2

acupuncture

Answer 2

ancient Chinese practice of inserting thin needles into more than 2000 points in the body to alter energy forces believed to run throughout the body

Question 3

aerobic exercise

Answer 3

exercise that promotes the use of oxygen in the body

Question 4

alternative medicine

Answer 4

healthcare practices and products used in place of conventional medicine

Question 5

biofeedback

Answer 5

feedback by a device that provides almost an immediate output of biological function, such as heart rate or skin temperatures

Question 6

Biopsychosocial perspective

Answer 6

the view that an illness or medical condition is the product of the interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors

Question 7

complementary medicine

Answer 7

health care practices and products used together with conventional medicine

Question 8

coronary heart disease

Answer 8

-CHD
-damage to the heart from the complete or partial blockage of the arteries that provide oxygen to the heart

Question 9

Corticosteroid

Answer 9

stress hormone that activates the body and prepares us to respond to stressful circumstances

Question 10

emotional-focused coping

Answer 10

coping strategy that features a positive outlook on feelings or situations accompanied by behaviors that reduce painful emotions

Question 11

fight or flight response

Answer 11

physical and psychological reaction that mobilizes people and animals to either defend themselves (fight) or escape (flight) a threatening situation

Question 12

general adaptation syndrome

Answer 12

-GAS
–stress response pattern proposed by Hans selye that consists of three stages

Question 13

3 GAS stages

Answer 13

-alarm
-resistance
-exhaustion

Question 14

hardiness

Answer 14

set of attitudes marked by a sense of control over events, commitment to life and work, and courage and motivation to confront stressful circumstances

Question 15

hassle

Answer 15

minor annoyance or nuisance that strains our ability to cope

Question 16

health psychology

Answer 16

field of psychology, also called behavioral medicine that integrates behavioral sciences with the practice of medicine

Question 17

homeopathic medicine

Answer 17

remedies that feature a small dose of an illness-inducing substance to activate the bodies own natural defenses

Question 18

immune system

Answer 18

our bodies defense system against invading bacteria, viruses, and other potentially illness-producing organisms and substances

Question 19

meditation

Answer 19

a variety of practices that train attention and awareness

Question 20

peptic ulcer

Answer 20

inflamed area in the GI tract that can cause pain, nausea, and loss of appetite

Question 21

primary apprasial

Answer 21

initial decision regarding whether an event is harmful

Question 22

proactive coping

Answer 22

anticipation of problems and stressful situations that promote effective coping

Question 23

problem-focused coping

Answer 23

coping strategy which we problem solve and tackle life’s challenges head-on

Question 24

psychoneuroimmunology

Answer 24

study of the relationship between the immune system and the CNS

Question 25

psychophysiological

Answer 25

illness such as asthma and ulcers in which emotions and stress contribute to maintain or aggravate the physical condition

Question 26

secondary apprasial

Answer 26

perceptions regarding our ability to cope with an event that follows primary appraisal

Question 27

social support

Answer 27

relationships with people and groups that can provide us with an emotional comfort and personal financial resources

Question 28

spirituality

Answer 28

search for the sacred, which may or may not extend to the belief of god

Question 29

stress

Answer 29

a tension or discomfort or physical symptoms that arise when a situation, called a stressor (type of stimulus) strains our ability to cope effectively

Question 30

tent and befriend

Answer 30

reaction that mobilizes people to nurture (tend) or seek social support (befriend) under stress

Question 31

type A personality

Answer 31

personality type that describes people who are competitive, drive, hostile, and ambitious