Rofe (1984)argued That Stress Increases the Desire to Affiliate Only

question 90

Multiple Choice

Rofe (1984) argued that stress increases the desire to affiliate only when

• A) being with others has the potential to reduce the negative impact of the situation.
• B) the stress is embarrassing in nature.
• C) in collectivist cultures.
• D) with people who are experiencing the same type of stressful situation, but not with people who have successfully overcome the same stressful situation.

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Definitions:

Pluralistic Ignorance

A social psychological phenomenon where a majority of group members privately reject a norm, but assume incorrectly that most others accept it.

False Uniqueness Effect

The cognitive bias causing individuals to underestimate the commonality of their desirable traits or behaviors, believing they are more unique than they actually are.

Ethical Issues

Situations or problems requiring individuals or organizations to choose between actions that must be evaluated as right or wrong based on moral principles.

Unintended Negative Consequences

Outcomes that are not foreseen or intended and have a harmful or undesirable effect on individuals or communities.