Jack Learns That Hostility and Anger Are Factors in the Development

question 63

Multiple Choice

Jack learns that hostility and anger are factors in the development of high blood pressure, so he now tries to suppress his anger. How will this behavior likely affect his body over time?

• A) His blood pressure will probably decrease.
• B) His blood pressure will probably increase.
• C) His blood pressure will remain stable at its current level.
• D) His blood pressure will decrease, but only if he believes that suppression can have such an effect.

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Definitions:

Physical Toll

The impact or wear on the body resulting from stress, strain, or overexertion, often leading to fatigue or injury.

Productive

Capable of producing ample results, work, or yielding beneficial outcomes, often through creativity or efficiency.

Latent Content

The hidden psychological meaning of a dream, as opposed to the manifest content, which is the dream as it is remembered.

Manifest Content

The actual literal content and storyline of a dream as remembered by the dreamer.