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Health Psychology: An Introduction to Behavior and Health. 10th Edition by Brannon, John, Exams of Physiology

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Health Psychology: An Introduction to
Behavior and Health. 10th Edition by
Brannon, John All Chapters 1-16 | TEST
BANK2026
1. Give examples of psychological techniques used for chronic
illness.ANSWERCBT for pain reduction, stress reduction for
heart disease.
2. What does the frontal lobe control?ANSWERDecision
making, problem-solving, and planning.
3. What does the temporal lobe handle?ANSWERAuditory
processing and memory.
4. What function does the occipital lobe serve?ANSWERVisual
processing.
5. What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) used for in
healthcare?ANSWERManaging depression, anxiety, chronic
pain by altering thought patterns.
a. What is Neuropsychology?ANSWERThe study of the
relationship between brain function and behavior
6. How do health psychologists support patients with chronic
illness?ANSWERThrough psychological support, coping
strategies, and promoting treatment adherence.
7. How do psychological techniques aid patient
recovery?ANSWERBy improving medical compliance and
recovery through methods like motivational interviewing and
psychoeducation.
8. How do psychotropic drugs work?ANSWERBy altering
neurotransmitter activity in the brain.
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Behavior and Health. 10th Edition by

Brannon, John All Chapters 1-16 | TEST

BANK 2026

  1. Give examples of psychological techniques used for chronic illness.ANSWERCBT for pain reduction, stress reduction for heart disease.
  2. What does the frontal lobe control?ANSWERDecision making, problem-solving, and planning.
  3. What does the temporal lobe handle?ANSWERAuditory processing and memory.
  4. What function does the occipital lobe serve?ANSWERVisual processing.
  5. What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) used for in healthcare?ANSWERManaging depression, anxiety, chronic pain by altering thought patterns. a. What is Neuropsychology?ANSWERThe study of the relationship between brain function and behavior
  6. How do health psychologists support patients with chronic illness?ANSWERThrough psychological support, coping strategies, and promoting treatment adherence.
  7. How do psychological techniques aid patient recovery?ANSWERBy improving medical compliance and recovery through methods like motivational interviewing and psychoeducation.
  8. How do psychotropic drugs work?ANSWERBy altering neurotransmitter activity in the brain.

Behavior and Health. 10th Edition by

Brannon, John All Chapters 1-16 | TEST

BANK 2026

  1. How does lifestyle affect health?ANSWERPoor diet, inactivity, and bad sleep can cause obesity, diabetes, heart disease.
  2. How does the biopsychosocial model differ from the biomedical model?ANSWERThe biomedical model sees health as the absence of disease; the biopsychosocial model includes mind-body interactions and social influences.
  3. Name three common neuropsychological assessment tools.ANSWERWAIS, Halstead-Reitan Battery, Rey- Osterrieth Figure Test.
  4. Name three stress reduction techniques.ANSWERRelaxation (breathing/music/muscle), mindfulness, counseling.
  5. What are anxiolytics used for?ANSWERTreating anxiety (e.g., benzodiazepines, beta-blockers).
  6. What are effective coping strategies?ANSWERProblem-solving, social support, relaxation techniques.
  7. What are four major drug classes in psychopharmacology?ANSWERAntidepressants, antipsychotics, anxiolytics, mood stabilizers.
  8. What are healthANSWERenhancing behaviors? - Exercise, healthy eating, stress management.

Behavior and Health. 10th Edition by

Brannon, John All Chapters 1-16 | TEST

BANK 2026

  1. What aspects does the AJT test measure?ANSWER 8 areas, including memory, processing speed, reasoning, and comprehension.
  2. What disorders do neuropsychologists often assess and treat?ANSWERAlzheimer's, TBI, stroke.
  3. What do mood stabilizers treat?ANSWERBipolar disorder (e.g., lithium, anticonvulsants).
  4. What does neuropsychological assessment help with?ANSWERUnderstanding cognitive strengths/deficits for diagnosis and treatment.
  5. What does the biopsychosocial model emphasize?ANSWERThe integration of biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding health and illness. 29..
  6. What is psychopharmacology?ANSWERThe study of how drugs affect the mind and behavior.
  7. What is the AJT Cognitive Test based on?ANSWERThe Cattell-Horn-Carroll (CHC) theory of intelligence.

Behavior and Health. 10th Edition by

Brannon, John All Chapters 1-16 | TEST

BANK 2026

  1. What is the BenderANSWERGestalt-II test known for? - A quick visual-motor assessment for individuals 3+ years old.
  2. What is the HalsteadANSWERReitan Battery used for?
    • Identifying brain damage and related cognitive issues in clients 15+ years old.
  3. What is the main focus of Health Psychology?ANSWERHow biological, psychological, and social factors influence health and illness.
  4. What is the parietal lobe responsible for?ANSWERSensory perception and integration.
  5. What mental disorders commonly require pharmacological firstANSWERline treatment? - Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, ADHD, acute pain.
  6. What neurotransmitter systems are often targeted by psychotropic drugs?ANSWERSerotonin, dopamine, and norepinephrine systems.
  7. What's important in planning treatment for severe depression or ADHD?ANSWEREarly planning and combining pharmacological and psychological approaches.
  8. What's the main difference between clinical and health psychology?ANSWERClinical psychology focuses on mental