Chapter 14 - Stress 2

What is the focus of psychoneuroimmunology?

• The study of genetic factors in immune function

• The study of psychological factors influencing the immune system

• The study of dietary influences on immunity

• The study of physical exercise on immune function

How can the immune system be classically conditioned?

• Through dietary changes

• Through physical exercise

• Through psychological factors

• Through medication

Stress weakens the immune system by releasing hormones that inhibit the production of ________________, which are an important part of the immune response.

• proteins

• white blood cells

• neurons

• emotions

What was given to participants after the interview in Cohen's study?

• A placebo

• A vitamin supplement

• Nasal drops containing the cold virus

• A stress-relief medication

What effect does stress have on telomeres?

• Lengthens telomeres

• Shortens telomeres

• Has no effect on telomeres

• Doubles the number of telomeres

What is a major risk factor for heart disease?

• Low blood pressure

• Diabetes

• High cholesterol

• Hypertension

What is hypertension?

• Low blood sugar

• High blood pressure

• High cholesterol

• Low heart rate

What can hypertension lead to?

• Improved vision

• Heart attack

• Weight loss

• Increased energy

What did research find on the effects of stress on aging?

• Telomeres are shorter in adults with more trauma

• Telomeres are longer in adults with more trauma

• Telomeres are unaffected by trauma

• Telomeres are longer in children with more trauma

Which symptom is more commonly associated with heart attacks in males?

• Anxiety

• Chest pain and pressure

• Nausea and vomiting

• Back and neck pain