In a Study Comparing the Effects of an Informational-Based Educational

question 45

Multiple Choice

In a study comparing the effects of an informational-based educational group to an emotion-focused peer discussion group among women with breast cancer, Helgeson et al.(2000) found that ______.

• A)those who thought they really do not need it benefit the most
• B)getting more emotional support if you already have it can be harmful
• C)support is only helpful if people believe it will help
• D)educational groups were not perceived as helpful because people perceive them as intimidating and condescending

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Definitions:

Discouraged

Feeling a loss of confidence or enthusiasm; disheartened.

Depressed

A state of low mood and aversion to activity that can affect a person's thoughts, behavior, feelings, and sense of well-being.

Multiple Intelligences

A theory by Howard Gardner suggesting that intelligence is not a single entity but consists of various distinct types, each one representing different ways of processing information.

Bodily Kinesthetic

Relates to the intelligence that involves physical movement and the knowledge of the body and its capabilities.