__________Is Best Defined as a Cluster of Traits That Buffer

question 58

Multiple Choice

__________is best defined as a cluster of traits that buffer stress and are characterized by commitment, challenge, and control. 

• A)Catharsis  
• B)Self-actualization  
• C)Self-defeating behavior  
• D)Psychological hardiness

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Definitions:

Middle Class

The middle class refers to a social group that falls economically between the working class and the upper class, often characterized by moderate income levels and educational attainment.

Working-Class Family

A family structure characterized by members primarily engaged in manual labor with income and education levels typically below the middle class.

Gender

The social and cultural roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a given society considers appropriate for men, women, and other gender identities.

Class Stratification

The hierarchical organization of society into different social classes based on factors such as wealth, income, education, and occupation, affecting access to resources and opportunities.