Evaluating One's Ability to Control and Cope with Harm, Threat

question 55

Multiple Choice

Evaluating one's ability to control and cope with harm, threat, or challenge occurs during

• A) primary appraisal.
• B) secondary appraisal.
• C) reappraisal.
• D) emotional adaptation.

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Definitions:

Exposure Therapy

A psychological treatment designed to help individuals confront their fears. The goal is to reduce the power of feared objects, activities, or situations through gradual, controlled exposure.

Social Anxiety Disorder

A mental health condition marked by intense fear and avoidance of social situations due to apprehension of being judged, embarrassed, or humiliated.

Dreaded Social Situation

A dreaded social situation refers to an event or scenario that causes intense fear or anxiety for an individual, often related to social anxiety disorder.

Social Anxiety Disorder

A chronic mental health condition characterized by intense fear and avoidance of social situations due to feelings of embarrassment, self-consciousness, and concern about being judged or viewed negatively by others.