A Self-Generated Coping Strategy in Which an Attempt Is Made

question 2

Multiple Choice

A self-generated coping strategy in which an attempt is made to reinterpret past events more positively is called a

• A)reappraisal
• B)primary reappraisal
• C)defensive appraisal
• D)challenge appraisal
• E)comforting appraisal

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Definitions:

Hypothalamus

A small region of the brain's base that controls vital functions such as temperature regulation, thirst, hunger, sleep, and emotional activity.

Endocrine Glands

Glands of the endocrine system that release hormones directly into the bloodstream, regulating various bodily functions.

Realistic Optimists

Individuals who maintain a positive outlook on life while still being grounded in a realistic understanding of their situation or the world around them.

Exhaustion Phase

The final stage of the general adaptation syndrome, characterized by the body's depletion of resources after prolonged exposure to stress.