Worksheet: Meeting Life Challenges | Psychology Class 12 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: The term "stress" originated from the Latin word _________ which means tight or narrow.

Q2: Stress can cause and be a result of various factors, leading to a reaction called  _________.

Q3:  _________ stress occurs due to overexertion, inadequate sleep, and an unbalanced diet.

Q4: _________ stress is subjective and generated by our minds, arising from frustration and conflicts.

Q5: The main stages of General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) are Alarm Reaction, _________  and Exhaustion.

Q6:  _________ techniques, like deep breathing and meditation, help calm the mind and relax the body.

Q7: Assertiveness enables confident expression of opinions, enhancing  _________ skills.

Q8: Positive health refers to a state of complete physical, mental, emotional,  _________ and spiritual well-being.

Q9: The immune system safeguards the body against internal and external threats and is adversely affected by high levels of _________.

Q10: Stress is a major contributing factor to health problems such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and  _________.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: Coping refers to a person's specific response to a situation.
Reason: Coping strategies are fixed and universal for all individuals.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q2: Assertion: Positive health is merely the absence of disease.
Reason: Positive health includes physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q3: Assertion: Social stress arises from internal conflicts.
Reason: Social stress is subjective and related to interpersonal relationships.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q4: Assertion: Exercise strengthens the immune system and helps control body fat.
Reason: Exercise has no impact on the body's overall health.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Q5: Assertion: GAS model has two stages: Alarm Reaction and Exhaustion.
Reason: Resistance stage in GAS involves conserving body resources and coping with the stressor.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are true, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
(d) Assertion is false, but Reason is true.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Define stress according to Hans Selye.

Q2: What are the two types of stress?

Q3: Name one physiological effect of excessive stress.

Q4: What does GAS stand for?

Q5: What are the three stages of GAS?

Q6: How does psychological stress differ from social stress?

Q7: Mention one coping strategy proposed by Endler and Parker.

Q8: What does psychoneuroimmunology study?

Q9: Name one lifestyle change to reduce stress.

Q10: What is the main aim of cognitive-behavioral techniques in stress management?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the difference between eustress and distress.

Q2: Describe the stages of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) model.

Q3: How does stress affect the immune system?

Q4: Explain the impact of stress on psychological functioning.

Q5: What are some lifestyle changes to reduce stress?

Q6: Discuss the concept of positive health.

Q7: Explain the coping strategies proposed by Lazarus and Folkman.

Q8: How does stress impact behavior?

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Explain the Nature and Types of Stress.

Q2: Discuss the Effects of Stress on Psychological Functioning and Health.

Q3: Explain the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) model and its stages.

Q4: Examine Stress Management Techniques.

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