Which of the Following Actions Is the Best Way to Reduce

question 20

Multiple Choice

Which of the following actions is the best way to reduce your chances of catching a cold?

• A) consuming the herb Echinacea
• B) taking vitamin C supplements
• C) frequent hand- washing with soap and water
• D) avoiding outside activities on very cold days

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Definitions:

Cognitive-Behavioral Model

A theoretical perspective that emphasizes both behavior and the process and content of thinking as causes of psychological problems.

Psychodynamic

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the systematic study of the psychological forces that underlie human behavior, feelings, and emotions and how they might relate to early experiences.

Conversion

In psychology, a defense mechanism where unconscious conflicts or stressors are manifested as physical symptoms without a medical cause.

Somatic Symptom Disorders

Somatic Symptom Disorders are mental health conditions where a person experiences intense and excessive distress and symptoms related to physical health, without a clear medical cause.