Research Conducted by Folkman and Greer (2002) Found That Cancer

question 71

Multiple Choice

Research conducted by Folkman and Greer (2002) found that cancer patients with a(n) _____ perspective, believed they could influence their situation and achieve a better outcome.

• A)Pessimistic
• B)Influential
• C)Optimistic
• D)Determined

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Definitions:

Cultural Bias Perspective

The influence of one's cultural background and experiences on one's perception and understanding, leading to bias.

High-Scoring Groups

Teams or cohorts that achieve above average results in a given assessment or competition.

Stereotype Vulnerability

The risk of conforming to stereotypes about one's social group, which can negatively affect performance and behavior.

Grey and White Matter

Two distinct types of central nervous system tissue; grey matter contains neural cell bodies, and white matter contains nerve fibers (axons) that connect different parts of grey matter.