In One Study Comparing the Effectiveness of Different Treatments in Relieving

question 56

Multiple Choice

In one study comparing the effectiveness of different treatments in relieving the pain of tension headaches, the greatest relief occurred with:

• A) biofeedback.
• B) relaxation training.
• C) a combination of biofeedback and relaxation.
• D) a placebo.

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Definitions:

Approach-Avoidance Conflict

A psychological conflict that occurs when a goal is both appealing and unappealing at the same time, leading to ambivalence.

Positive and Negative Aspects

Factors or elements of a situation, decision, or phenomenon that can be beneficial (positive) or detrimental (negative).

Emotion-Focused Coping

A coping strategy where individuals try to manage their emotions in the face of stressors, rather than confronting the problems directly.

Stressor

Any event, experience, or environmental stimulus that causes stress in an individual.