Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Emotions

question 21

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of emotions?

• A) Emotions are reactions to a person or event.
• B) Emotions lack a contextual stimulus.
• C) Emotions last for a longer time period than moods.
• D) Emotions are never action-oriented in nature.
• E) Emotions involve less intense feelings than moods.

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Definitions:

Authority Figure

An individual who holds power or influence, often in a leadership role, within a social or organizational structure.

Decision Making

The cognitive process of selecting a course of action among various alternatives, often involving considerations of risk, benefit, and personal values.

Holistic Approach

A method of care that considers the whole person, including physical, psychological, social, and spiritual components.

Psychopharmacological

Pertaining to the study of the effects of drugs on the mind and behavior, often in relation to the treatment of psychiatric disorders.