Health Psychology

Which of the following best defines health psychology?

• A) The study of physical health only

• B) The study of the mind's influence on physical health

• C) The study of psychological disorders

• D) The study of social interactions

Which model of health emphasizes the importance of considering biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding health and illness?

 

• A) Biomedical model

• B) Behavioral model

• C) Biopsychosocial model

• D) Psychoanalytic model

The relationship between mental states and physical health is referred to as:

• A) Psychosomatic connection

• B) Cognitive bias

• C) Neurological correlation

• D) Physiological feedback

Which aspect of health refers to an individual's ability to understand, process, and apply health-related information?

• A) Social health

• B) Emotional health

• C) Cognitive health

• D) Physical health

Who advocated the Biopsychosocial model of Health Psychology

• A) Sigmund Freud

• B) William James

• C) George L. Engel

• D) Aaron Antonovsky

According to the Health Belief Model, which factor influences an individual's assessment of risk of developing a health problem?

 

• A) Perceived susceptibility

• B) Cultural norms

• C) Social support

• D) Emotional state

According to the Theory of Reasoned Action and Planned Behavior, which factor directly influences an individual's intention to perform a health behavior?

• A) Perceived behavioral control

• B) Peer pressure

• C) Social norms

• D) Self-efficacy beliefs

According to the Trans theoretical Change Model, which stage represents an individual who has recently started changing their behavior?

 

• A) Contemplation

• B) Preparation

• C) Action

• D) Maintenance

What type of barrier involves fear or anxiety about engaging in a specific health behavior?

• A) Environmental barriers

• B) Emotional barriers

• C) Cognitive barriers

• D) Social barriers

Which of the following represents a characteristic of health behavior rather than a barrier?

 

• A) Lack of motivation

• C) Regular exercise routine

• B) Environmental pollution

• D) Peer pressure