1. Which of the following explains the relationship between stress and performance based on the Yerkes-Dodson Law?
A) Stress increases performance up to a certain point, but then decreases performance.
B) Less stress increases performance.
C) Less stress decreases performance.
D) More stress increases performance.
2. Time management includes all of the following EXCEPT:
A) Setting objectives
B) Exceeding your limits
C) Creating a personal mission statement
D) Avoiding distractions
3. Paul is sick with the flu, so he feels stressed. Being sick is which type of stressor?
A) Lifestyle situations
B) Personal behavior
C) Biological
D) Environmental
4. Jody is feeling stressed because of an upcoming test. Which of the following techniques may help her calm down in a healthy way?
A) Taking quick, short breaths
B) Not talking to anyone about how she feels
C) Playing tennis with a friend
D) Eating a bag of potato chips
5. The fight-or-flight response causes ___________.
A) An increased blood flow to the digestive system
B) An increased blood flow to the muscles
C) A decreased heart rate
D) A decreased breathing rate
6. Stress may increase your risk for which of the following?
A) Heart disease
B) High blood pressure
C) A stroke
D) All of the above
7. Describe what you can do to strengthen the three dimensions of wellness that make up your mental health.
8. Tyler's grandpa with whom he is very close just died. Briefly describe the stages of grief that Tyler will most likely experience, and what you can do to help Tyler.
9. Brittany is taking the SAT tomorrow. Based on the Yerkes-Dodson Law, describe to Brittany how much stress she should feel in order to achieve the greatest performance.