The Degree to Which People Are Satisfied with Their Work

question 28

Multiple Choice

The degree to which people are satisfied with their work is related to happiness. What is one possible reason for this finding?

• A) Work provides a social network
• B) Work provides a stable income and therefore a sense of financial security.
• C) Work provides people with a sense of purpose in life.
• D) Work has been found to be related to hope and subjective well-being.

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Definitions:

Decreased Dopamine Activation

A reduction in the activity of dopamine, a neurotransmitter associated with reward, pleasure, and motor function, which can affect mood and behavior.

Negative Symptoms

Features commonly observed in schizophrenia, such as lack of emotion, reduced social interaction, and diminished speech and action.

Psychological Explanations

Theories or accounts that attempt to understand human behavior and mental processes from a psychological perspective.

Genetic Explanations

Theories or reasons provided for certain behaviors or traits based on genes and heredity, highlighting how genetic makeup can influence physical and mental characteristics.