Wanda Explains That She Ignores Her Problems When She Feels

question 208

Multiple Choice

Wanda explains that she ignores her problems when she feels she cannot control them or when she worries about them to the point of causing problems elsewhere in her life. What does the research say about using such an approach?

• A) This method is fine when the stressor cannot be eliminated or worrying about the stressor causes problems.
• B) This method is helpful only if you are a Type B personality.
• C) This method can be somewhat harmful even if used only occasionally.
• D) This method is dangerous, since a stressor really must be dealt with so as to feel better.

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