Suppressing Thoughts of a Person Who Has Harmed You, Rather

question 46

True/False

Suppressing thoughts of a person who has harmed you, rather than talking about it with others, tends to be beneficial in reducing emotional responsiveness toward the perpetrator.

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Definitions:

Impression Management

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Erving Goffman

A sociologist famed for contributions to symbolic interactionism and the theory of self-presentation in daily life.

George Herbert Mead

An American sociologist, philosopher, and psychologist known for his work on symbolic interactionism and social self-concept.

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