In Several Studies, Researchers Have Given Some Participants a High

question 8

Multiple Choice

In several studies, researchers have given some participants a high dose of acetaminophen, and others a placebo. Participants then complete a laboratory task in which they are apparently rejected by other people. Which of the following best summarizes the implications of these studies' results?

• A) Social pain and physical pain share similar neural mechanisms.
• B) People experience rejection as emotionally hurtful.
• C) Acetaminophen is an effective painkiller.
• D) Acetaminophen alters people's behavior in social situations.

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Definitions:

Human Emotions

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