Unit 1 Chapter 2

Question 1

Biofeedback

Answer 1

for using the mind to alter bodily functions.
A recording device helps the subject see the physiological effects of his thoughts on a screen.
This allows the person to learn self-control of those physiological activities.

Question 2

what can Stress and trying to accommodate many things at once can lead to?

Answer 2

continuous physiologic arousal of the ANS, leading to sleep disturbances, muscle tension, GI problems, and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease.

Question 3

Autogenic training

Answer 3

concentrate on one of six autogenic phrases for a few minutes each day.

Question 4

Psychosomatic Illnesses

Answer 4

Mental states and attitudes can produce unhealthy physiological changes.
These are not imaginary illnesses; the symptoms are real.

Question 5

Somatization Disorders

Answer 5

occurrence of one symptom that gets worse due to depression or anger

Question 6

Placebo effect

Answer 6

belief in treatment that has no medical value

Question 7

Nocebo effect

Answer 7

egative, harmful placebo effect

Question 8

Hypnosis uses

Answer 8

Cure illness
Help people quit smoking
Treat eating disorders