Some People Make Jokes When They Are Under Stress

question 67

Multiple Choice

Some people make jokes when they are under stress.What does research say about the effects of using humour to deal with stress

• A) It increases negative emotional responses to stress. 
• B) It allows people to delay coping with stress. 
• C) It boosts immune functioning. 
• D) It moderates the impact of stress.

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Dichotic Listening

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