On One Particularly Stressful Day, Darren Learns That His Girlfriend

question 30

Multiple Choice

On one particularly stressful day, Darren learns that his girlfriend is leaving him, his mother has been robbed, and the IRS is auditing him. His body reacts with an increased heart rate and increased respiration. Viewing Darren's reaction from a biological perspective, Darren is experiencing ____.

• A) activation of the sympathetic nervous system in order to prepare the body for emergency action
• B) impaired immune response to stressors
• C) dysfunctional cognitions regarding the stressors occurring during this day
• D) pre-existing conditions that predispose him to developing stress reactions

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Definitions:

Authoritative

Pertains to a leadership or parenting style marked by high expectations and supportiveness, leading to more independent and well-adjusted individuals.

Uninvolved Parenting Styles

A parenting approach characterized by a lack of responsiveness to a child's needs and a minimal amount of communication.

Effective Discipline

Methods or strategies used to teach and reinforce desirable behaviors in individuals, often emphasizing positive reinforcement rather than punishment.

Adult Children

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