Define relaxation and list two characteristics of the relaxed state
Relaxation is the process of effectively moving the mind/body from the stress response to the relaxation response. The relaxed state is characterized by both a calm mental state and a decrease in key physiological functions such as muscle tension, heart rate, blood pressure and breathing.
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With sustained stress, during what stage of the general adaptation syndrome does a new level of homeostasis occur?
A) the resistance stage B) the fight-or-flight stage C) the exhaustion stage D) the alarm stage
Which one of the following is MOST closely associated with anorexia nervosa?
A. near-normal body weight B. a belief that one is fat even when dangerously thin C. uncontrollable eating of large amounts of food D. self-induced vomiting
The most important place for schools to implement transportation safety measures is in
A. streets and alleys near school. B. students' homes. C. playgrounds. D. pickup and drop off zones.
When assigning health-promoting homework, teachers should
A) allow students to choose their activities so they will value their health. B) make sure students understand what is expected of them and value the assignment. C) be as vague as possible with directions to encourage creativity. D) leave the assignments entirely up to the students to complete.