The Pessimistic Explanatory Style May Be Related to Relatively Poor

question 97

Multiple Choice

The pessimistic explanatory style may be related to relatively poor health because

• A) pessimists do not use denial as a coping strategy.
• B) pessimism may lead to passive coping efforts.
• C) pessimists explain their ailments to doctors inaccurately.
• D) pessimists don't seek social support.

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