The Appraisal Process, Which Follows a Stressful Event, Involves

question 101

Multiple Choice

The appraisal process, which follows a stressful event, involves

• A) working to improve coping skills rather than reacting to the event emotionally.
• B) assessing potential harm or threat, followed by identifying available coping skills.
• C) identifying available coping skills, followed by a threat or harm assessment.
• D) determining which coping resources are needed to deal with a stressful event followed by the active deployment of these resources.

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Definitions:

Phobias

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Ethological Theory

A perspective in psychology that emphasizes the genetic and evolutionary mechanisms behind behaviors and how they contribute to survival.

Biological Basis

The foundation of behaviors, abilities, or diseases in genetic, neurological, or physiological processes within the body.

Skinnerian

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