Mark’s girlfriend breaks-up with him. Needless to say he is…

Mark’s girlfriend breaks-up with him. Needless to say he is not feeling excited about life. He can’t help but worry that there is something wrong with him and that girls will never want to stay with him long term. Which cognitive distortion best describes this line of thought?

You have severe anxiety surrounding public speaking. Anytime…

You have severe anxiety surrounding public speaking. Anytime you even think about it, your heart rate increases, your palms get sweaty, and you feel nauseous. It is interfering with your life and you don’t want to avoid these situations forever. According to the reading and what was discussed in class, describe ways that you can start to address this anxiety. Be specific and describe each method well.  (Please use bullet points and write enough for us to give you 8 points) 

People who are religious and/or have greater spiritual welln…

People who are religious and/or have greater spiritual wellness tend to live longer and are generally healthier. Why do people think this is the case (beyond differences in health behaviors like eating, drinking, and smoking)? What is it about spirituality that increases wellness and decreases stress? Base your answer on the four theories and other concepts of spiritual well-being addressed in your reading or discussed in class.