PSY 470 Exam 4 | Questions and Answers

PSY 470 Exam 4 | Questions and Answers A decrease in left-hemisphere activity during hypnosis fits with the hypothesis that hypnosis subdues the inhibitory influence of the conscious mind. True False If a student athlete wants to improve performance in his sport, he should avoid _____. oring self-talk ing only on the current moment ing the mind and body ning performing successfully ully deliberating actions during performance Imagery and visualization are synonymous terms. True False In comparison to the subconscious mind, the conscious mind ____. doubts, fears, and reservations what it is told to do largely inaccessible the part of the mind that makes choices without considering consequences Mental imagery is beneficial for the control of emotional arousal and anxiety. True False Relaxing imagery decreases the arousal of the stimulating, or sympathetic, branch of the autonomic nervous system, which helps reduce anxiety and perception of pain. True False Research has found an inverse relationship between the ability to use imagery and the ability to be hypnotized. True False Research suggests that there is no real difference between an imagined event and a "real" event you perceive in your physical experience as far as how your mind interprets its meaning. True False The father of hypnosis, Franz Mesmer, believed that there was a magical force that flowed from hypnotist to patient, which he called ____. tic power ng touch l magnetism tual connection rism To experience the relaxation benefits of guided imagery, you must be able to see the mental image clearly. True False Whatever the conscious mind focuses on, believes, thinks, and directs is what the subconscious mind responds to; it follows through without question. True False When you are under hypnosis, _____. are less critical and disbelieving are more responsive to suggestions left hemisphere is more active attention is less focused parasympathetic nervous system is deactivated Which benefit is a common reason to use imagery? ase left hemisphere activity ence other people ve confidence and positive thinking ol visual and auditory hallucinations ase performance skills Which term describes a flow of thought that includes sensory qualities from one or more of the senses? enics ry nal emotive thinking sis lization Your conscious mind contains all of your thoughts, images, and memories. True False A mental device used as a point of focus during meditation, such as a repeated word, sound, or phrase, is known as a _____. la a a ian rizer Contemplation meditation is a form of mindfulness. True False Jeri wants to try thought watching. She should picture herself sitting peacefully _____. a warm, sandy beach the bottom of a clear lake the top of a mountain a peaceful meadow a quiet room Meditation can bring about the relaxation response, as long as it has _____. a.a quiet environment b.a word to focus on h muscle constriction active attitude ing background music Meditation is the process of systematically allowing the mind to focus gently on a single item. True False Meditation is usually done in a comfortable seated position rather than lying down. True False Meditation should only be done in a place where it is dark and quiet. True False Researchers have concluded that the key to successful meditation is the use of a unique word, sound, or phrase determined specifically for the individual. True False Sitting in the lotus position is necessary for all forms of meditation. True False The key to successful meditation is to completely empty your mind of all thoughts. True False When Kiran meditates, he experiences decreased breathing rate, decreased heart rate, and slower brainwave patterns similar to sleeping. This level of deep rest is called a(n) _____ state. metabolic etabolic When you meditate using a mantra or simple meditation, what should the intention be? a.To clear your mind of all thoughts. b.Imagine sitting by a still lake and seeing ripples flowing out from the center one at a time. c.Repeat the mantra with as little effort as possible when you think of it. d.Spell the mantra over and over in your mind. e.Try with all of your might to continue repeating the mantra. Don't let the mantra fade. Which type of meditation is traced back to Buddha? mplation meditation a meditation ht watching hing meditation a meditation _____ are the energy centers in the body through which spiritual and emotional energies flow. a.Chakras b.Mantras c.Nerve synapses d.Prana e.Lymphatic pathways Mantra meditation takes years of practice in order to notice any positive health effects. True False Asanas are gentle stretching movements designed to rejuvenate and bring balance to the entire body. True False In Hatha yoga, the emphasis is on giving complete mental attention to each movement to the exclusion of everything else. True False In order to successfully practice yoga, you must also adopt the Hindu philosophy. True False Iyengar yoga is a classical style of yoga that is softer on the body and is well-suited for beginners because it uses props, such as chairs, straps, blocks, pillows, and sandbags, to compensate for a lack of flexibility. True False Jordin is pretty healthy and works out a lot. She's looking for a yoga style that is focused on developing strength and stamina, rather than on meditation. Which type of yoga should she pursue? lini yoga ar yoga nga yoga yoga anda yoga Sivananda yoga is done in a hot room, 90 to 105 degrees Fahrenheit, replicating the temperature of the birthplace of yoga. True False Static poses (asanas) should be held in the stretching position for at least ____ seconds. a.15 b.20 c.5 d.10 e.30 The focus of hatha yoga is on three branches of yoga, including ____. d rooms aint r ance hing techniques The term "yoga" comes from the Sanskrit root yuj, which means ____. focus the mind breathe deeply flexibility strengthen the core yoke together The yoga sage Patanjali is believed to have assembled a collection of yoga theories and practices known as the yoga ____. ine s as iples To achieve maximal benefits from yoga, push yourself through the range of a stretch to a point where you feel pain. True False Yoga activates sympathetic nervous system activity. True False Yoga asanas are designed to develop the body with which three primary facets of fitness?