Juanita Often Feels Lonely and Does Not Have Many Close

question 7

Multiple Choice

Juanita often feels lonely and does not have many close friends. She also has poor immune functioning and tends to get sick often. This may be due to:

• A) biochemical activity.
• B) behavioral changes.
• C) personality style.
• D) social support.

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Definitions:

Paradox

A statement or proposition that, despite sound reasoning from acceptable premises, leads to a conclusion that seems logically unacceptable or self-contradictory.

Autonomous Responding

The ability of an individual to respond independently to stimuli or situations, based on their own choices or internal processes.

Dysfunctional Pattern

Maladaptive behaviors and patterns that interfere with an individual or group’s ability to function effectively.

Catharsis

The process of releasing and thereby providing relief from strong or repressed emotions, often considered therapeutic.