According to Gabriel and Gardner's (1999)research on Collective Versus Relational

question 80

Multiple Choice

According to Gabriel and Gardner's (1999) research on collective versus relational interdependence,which of the following discussions of emotional events is most likely?

• A) Steve talks about the time he and his team won the provincial curling championship.
• B) Tara talks about how she and her graduating class were affected by a 6-week teachers' strike.
• C) Erin describes how she and her fellow hockey fans felt after her team's Stanley Cup win.
• D) William describes how he felt after a major car accident.
• E) Daniel talks about how he and his younger brother reacted when their 52-year-old dad died of a heart attack.

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Definitions:

Psychodynamic Perspective

The psychodynamic perspective is an approach in psychology which stresses the importance of the unconscious mind, childhood experiences, and interpersonal relationships in shaping behavior and personality.

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Motives

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Scientific Attitude

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