The Type a Behavior Pattern of Anger and Hostility Is

question 97

Multiple Choice

The Type A behavior pattern of anger and hostility is MOST closely linked to which of the following physical ailments?

• A) Asthma.
• B) Reduced immune system.
• C) Alzheimer's disease.
• D) Coronary heart disease.

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Definitions:

Socially Induced Strain

Stress or pressure that arises from societal expectations or structures, which can lead to deviant behavior or psychological distress.

Deviant Behavior

Actions or behaviors that deviate from societal norms or expectations, leading to possible sanctions or societal judgments.

Anomie

A state or condition of society or an individual characterized by a breakdown or absence of social norms and values, often leading to social instability and alienation.

Primitive Psychological Desires

Fundamental human motivations and needs that are inherent and instinctual, such as the desire for food, safety, and belonging.