Question 1

In the context of methods for decreasing stressful behaviors, _____ is best defined as the process of rewarding a behavior with social approval by someone else.

Accepted Answer

A)  self-monitoring
B)  tailoring
C)  material reinforcement
D)  social reinforcementE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

In the context of Stages of Change theory, who among the following is in the precontemplation stage?

Accepted Answer

A)  Kurt, who is unaware of the need to exercise more
B)  Kristen, who is thinking about exercising more but has not taken any action yet
C)  Karl, who is planning a new exercising schedule
D)  Kyler, who is exercising every other dayE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

Stages of Change theory recognizes that people are at different points in motivation, or readiness, to change a behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

_____, a method for decreasing stressful behaviors, offers you a way to maximize your success in a behavior change program by allowing you to fit the change into your particular circumstances.

Accepted Answer

A)  Mirroring
B)  Tailoring
C)  Imaging
D)  ModelingE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Self-contracting, a method for decreasing stressful behaviors, involves making a contract a public commitment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

In the context of Stages of Change theory, who among the following is in the decision stage?

Accepted Answer

A)  Kurt, who is unaware of the need to exercise more
B)  Kristen, who is thinking about exercising more but has not taken any action to do so
C)  Karl, who is researching different types of exercise programs
D)  Kyler, who is exercising every other dayE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 7

In the context of Stages of Change theory, who among the following is in the action stage?

Accepted Answer

A)  Kurt, who is unaware of the need to exercise more
B)  Kristen, who is thinking about exercising more but has not taken any action to do so
C)  Karl, who is planning a new exercising schedule
D)  Kyler, who is exercising every other dayE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

According to Goal-Setting theory, if you identify smaller goals to be achieved, you will be likely to achieve them, thereby reinforcing your efforts toward reaching the long-range goal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In the context of methods for decreasing stressful behaviors, the term cold turkey refers to the process of:

Accepted Answer

A)  seeking professional help.
B)  joining a group with similar interest in performing a behavior.
C)  changing a behavior a little bit at a time.
D)  stopping a behavior all at once.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 10

In the context of methods for decreasing stressful behaviors, _____ is best defined as the process of observing and recording behavior.

Accepted Answer

A)  self-monitoring
B)  tailoring
C)  material reinforcement
D)  social reinforcementE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 11

According to Goal-Setting theory, core properties of effective goal setting include:

Accepted Answer

A)  how specific and difficult the goal is.
B)  the anticipated effects of achieving the goal.
C)  feedback along the way to achieving the goal.
D)  All of the answers are correct.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

In the context of the Health Belief model, one's opinion of the likelihood of getting a condition, illness, or disease if a recommended health behavior is not adopted is known as:

Accepted Answer

A)  perceived susceptibility.
B)  perceived severity.
C)  perceived benefits.
D)  perceived barriers.E) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

In the context of Stages of Change theory, someone who is thinking about changing a behavior but has not taken any action to do so is in the _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  decision/determination stage
B)  maintenance stage
C)  action stage
D)  contemplation stageE) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 14

Variables associated with Goal-Setting theory include:

Accepted Answer

A)  self-efficacy and the perceived importance of goal achievement.
B)  the establishment of proximal (short-range) and distal (long-term) goals.
C)  the level of difficulty of the goal.
D)  All of the answers are correct.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 15

If we see someone similar to ourselves overcome an alcohol problem, we are more likely to believe that we too can overcome a similar problem.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The Health Belief model explains how goals can be attained by recognizing variables affecting goal achievement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Which of the following statements best describes lifestyle behaviors?

Accepted Answer

A)  They encompass all the activities undertaken by people for the purpose of detecting disease in an asymptomatic stage.
B)  They encompass the whole host of activities in which people engage.
C)  They are defined as the activities undertaken by people who believe themselves to be healthy.
D)  They are defined as the activities undertaken by people for the purpose of preventing diseases.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 18

In the context of methods for decreasing stressful behaviors, it is counterproductive to set up a reminder system for yourself because you will feel nagged and will lose your sense of empowerment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

According to Stages of Change theory, recognizing the stage that you are in will help you strategize to take charge of your stress-related behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The Health Belief model takes into account all of the following factors EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A)  susceptibility to and severity of illness.
B)  benefits and barriers.
C)  desires and needs.
D)  cues to action and self-efficacy.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Exam 14: Strategies for Decreasing Stressful Behaviors

In the context of methods for decreasing stressful behaviors, _____ is best defined as the process of observing and recording behavior.

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In the context of Stages of Change theory, someone who is thinking about changing a behavior but has not taken any action to do so is in the _____.

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If we see someone similar to ourselves overcome an alcohol problem, we are more likely to believe that we too can overcome a similar problem.

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The Health Belief model takes into account all of the following factors EXCEPT:

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According to Stages of Change theory, recognizing the stage that you are in will help you strategize to take charge of your stress-related behavior.

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In the context of methods for decreasing stressful behaviors, it is counterproductive to set up a reminder system for yourself because you will feel nagged and will lose your sense of empowerment.

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Which of the following statements best describes lifestyle behaviors?

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According to Goal-Setting theory, core properties of effective goal setting include:

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According to Goal-Setting theory, if you identify smaller goals to be achieved, you will be likely to achieve them, thereby reinforcing your efforts toward reaching the long-range goal.

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Stages of Change theory recognizes that people are at different points in motivation, or readiness, to change a behavior.

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In the context of the Health Belief model, one's opinion of the likelihood of getting a condition, illness, or disease if a recommended health behavior is not adopted is known as:

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In the context of Stages of Change theory, who among the following is in the precontemplation stage?

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_____, a method for decreasing stressful behaviors, offers you a way to maximize your success in a behavior change program by allowing you to fit the change into your particular circumstances.

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Variables associated with Goal-Setting theory include:

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In the context of methods for decreasing stressful behaviors, the term cold turkey refers to the process of:

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Self-contracting, a method for decreasing stressful behaviors, involves making a contract a public commitment.

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In the context of Stages of Change theory, who among the following is in the decision stage?

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The Health Belief model explains how goals can be attained by recognizing variables affecting goal achievement.

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In the context of Stages of Change theory, who among the following is in the action stage?

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In the context of methods for decreasing stressful behaviors, _____ is best defined as the process of rewarding a behavior with social approval by someone else.

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