Tara Is Enraged After Finding Out That Her Boyfriend Cheated

question 63

Multiple Choice

Tara is enraged after finding out that her boyfriend cheated on her.Based on research described in the textbook,which of the following strategies could help Tara reason calmly about the situation?

• A) Tara could use her own name when reflecting on her feelings, as if she were someone else.
• B) Tara could reflect on how her boyfriend lacks human nature, likening him to a computer or robot.
• C) Tara could reflect on how her boyfriend lacks human uniqueness, likening him to an animal.
• D) Tara could hit a punching bag while thinking about her boyfriend, to release her anger.

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Definitions:

Biochemical Events

Processes at the molecular level in living organisms, including reactions involved in metabolism, signal transduction, and gene expression.

T Tubule

Tubular extensions of the plasma membrane in muscle cells, specifically skeletal and cardiac muscle cells, which facilitate rapid transmission of action potentials and ensure coordinated muscle contraction.

Calcium Ions

Positively charged calcium atoms that are crucial for many physiological processes including muscle contraction, nerve function, and blood clotting.

Troponin-Tropomyosin Complex

A protein complex involved in the regulation of muscle contraction in skeletal and heart muscles.