The Research (Pennebaker, 1990) on "Opening Up" About the Experience

question 23

Multiple Choice

The research (Pennebaker, 1990) on "opening up" about the experience of traumatic events finds that expressing one's thoughts and feelings about these events is helpful primarily because __________.

• A) the release of emotion calms down physiological arousal
• B) it provides the opportunity to receive social support
• C) it fosters insights and increased self-awareness
• D) it prevents anger from building up and becoming uncontrollable

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Definitions:

Altered Moods

Refers to changes in emotional state that can vary in intensity and duration.

Antisocial Personality Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by a long-term pattern of disregard for, or violation of, the rights of others.

Psychopath

An individual with a personality disorder characterized by persistent antisocial behavior, impaired empathy, and remorse, often leading to criminal acts.

Mentally Ill

Having a condition that affects a person's thinking, feeling or mood, significantly impacting daily functioning.