In the Cognitive Model of Stress, the Considerations of Options

question 27

Multiple Choice

In the cognitive model of stress, the considerations of options and evaluation of available coping resources is called

• A) primary appraisal.
• B) the physiological stressor.
• C) secondary appraisal.
• D) the psychological stressor.

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