A Pessimistic Explanatory Style Has Been Shown to Be Associated

question 55

Multiple Choice

A pessimistic explanatory style has been shown to be associated with all of the following EXCEPT

• A)aggressiveness.
• B)poor health.
• C)mortality.
• D)lowered immunocompetence.

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Definitions:

Antidepressants

Medications designed to alleviate symptoms of depression by influencing neurotransmitter levels in the brain.

Serotonin

A neurotransmitter that plays a key role in mood regulation, appetite, digestion, sleep, memory, and sexual desire and function.

Schizophrenic Patients

Individuals diagnosed with schizophrenia, a mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions.

Hospitalized

Admitted as a patient to a hospital for medical care, treatment, or observation.