Mary Is a Regular Jogger and Runs Because She Enjoys

question 29

Multiple Choice

Mary is a regular jogger and runs because she enjoys it, it helps her to remain fit, and it functions as a source of stress relief. However, when she is under stress, she tends to not run as much and as a result, she sometimes becomes ill. This example best demonstrates how stress can influence illness by changing:

• A) physiology.
• B) bodily processes.
• C) behaviour.
• D) personality factors.

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Definitions:

Attribution Theory

A theory focused on how people interpret and understand their experiences by ascribing causes to behaviors and events.

Stereotype Threat

The risk of confirming negative stereotypes about an individual’s racial, ethnic, gender, or cultural group, which can hinder performance in various domains.

Jigsaw Classroom

An educational approach designed to minimize competition and maximize collaboration among students by giving each member of a group a piece of the overall puzzle to contribute.

Stereotype Threat

A psychological phenomenon where individuals fear they will be judged or treated based on negative stereotypes about their group, which can hinder their performance.