Which of the Following Is Most Likely an Example of Adjunctive

question 143

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is most likely an example of adjunctive behavior in humans that is commonly associated with periods of enforced waiting?

• A) Taking a shower
• B) Nail biting
• C) Crying
• D) Studying

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Definitions:

Type C

A personality style suggested to be correlated with increased susceptibility to illness, characterized by passivity and difficulty in expressing emotions.

Problem-focused Coping

Refers to strategies aimed directly at tackling the cause of stress, through actions that address the problem causing the distress.

Proactive Coping

Strategies employed to anticipate potential stressors and act in advance to prevent them or mitigate their effects.

Emotion-focused Coping

A coping strategy where individuals try to reduce the emotional impact of a stressor by using methods such as avoidance, minimization, or seeking social support.