Bethany's Boyfriend Has Just Broken Up with Her

question 131

Multiple Choice

Bethany's boyfriend has just broken up with her.At first,she is heartbroken,thinking she has lost the perfect man.As the weeks go by,she realizes that she had never acknowledged the negative aspects of the relationship.Eventually,she comes to see the breakup as an opportunity rather than a disaster.Bethany is engaging in _____,which research suggests will _____.

• A) rumination; change neural processing of emotion
• B) rumination; change patterns of physiological arousal
• C) reappraisal; change patterns of physiological arousal
• D) reappraisal; change neural processing of emotion

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Definitions:

Perseverance

The steadfast pursuit of an objective or goal, even in the face of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.

Standardization

The degree to which employees are expected to follow the same rules and policies everywhere.

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Same Rules

A principle asserting that all members within a group or organization are subject to the same regulations and expectations.