Boyd Was Just Informed That He Has Cancer

question 177

Multiple Choice

Boyd was just informed that he has cancer. He begins thinking through the treatment options available to him. He also considers how much time he will have to take from work, how that may impact his finances, and whether he'll be able to afford his house. In addition, he begins thinking of who will be able to help care for him once the treatments begin. According to Lazarus, the thoughts that went through Boyd's mind represent _____

• A)a tertiary appraisal.
• B)a secondary appraisal.
• C)the initial assessment.
• D)a primary appraisal.

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Definitions:

Contraction of The Pupils

A physiological response where the pupils decrease in size, typically in response to increased light exposure or during focus on near objects.

Empathy

The skill of recognizing and sympathizing with another person's feelings.

Facial Feedback Effect

The hypothesis that facial movement can influence emotional experience, suggesting that the act of smiling can make one feel happier.

Behavior Feedback Effect

The Behavior Feedback Effect describes how the outcomes of behaviors can influence an individual's future attitudes and actions, creating a feedback loop.