CH 1-3
Which of the following were cited by college students in a national survey as major impediments to performing well academically?
stress, anxiety, and sleep difficulties
The results from an American College Health Association study indicate that most college students
feel tired or sleepy three or more days a week.
Fertility is a person's ability to
reproduce
Since 1980, the percentage of the global population that is obese has
more than doubled
All of the following are consequences of population growth EXCEPT
higher carrying capacity of the earth.
The contemporary definition of wellness is
the achievement of the highest level of health possible in each of several dimensions
Which of the following is a major contributor to college students' lack of sleep?
electronic devices.
The typical-use failure rate for a contraception method takes into account which of the following?
human error
Obesity is responsible for
more than 40% higher healthcare costs as compared to non-obese populations.
Countries with the largest per capita "ecological footprint"
include the United States.
Emotional health can best be described as being able to
feel and express emotions appropriately.
According to research, immune function is increased in adolescents who
get more than 9 hours of sleep a night.
Which of the following is NOT an example of a barrier method of birth control?
oral contraceptives
Which environmental factor encourages us to increase our food consumption?
easy access to high-calorie foods in stores and restaurants
Which of the following countries has the largest population?
china
A pop quiz in class is an example of
a stressor
After working on a class project all week and only sleeping about four hours per night, Courtney is
compromising her immunity
The fertilization of an ovum by a sperm is
conception
Which of the following is TRUE with respect to genetics and obesity?
Certain genes might influence obesity by altering regulation of a hormone called ghrelin
As compared to today, by the year 2050, the world's population is expected to
increase by 2 to 3 billion people
Which of the following is most likely to cause eustress instead of distress
an impending promotion.
Sleep-deprived individuals may be at greater risk of overweight and obesity because
sleeping less is associated with eating more.
The various methods used to prevent conception are known as
contraception
The minimum amount of energy the body uses to maintain vital functions is known as the
basal metabolic rate
Fossil fuels are
a significant source of carbon emissions