After Stockbrokers Who Lived Alone Had Adopted a Pet Cat

question 71

Multiple Choice

After stockbrokers who lived alone had adopted a pet cat or dog,they were able to face stress with less ________ than their counterparts without pets.

• A)blood pressure increase
• B)emotion-focused coping
• C)production of lymphocytes
• D)problem-focused coping

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Definitions:

Core Self-Evaluation

A personality trait concept that reflects fundamental assessments individuals make about their self-worth and capabilities.

Self-Appraisal

The process through which an individual evaluates their own work performance, achievements, and areas for improvement.

Conditioning Process

The conditioning process is a method of behavioral training in which a response becomes more frequent or predictable due to reinforcement with a stimulus.

Shaping

A method of teaching or training in which successive approximations towards a desired behavior are rewarded.