All of the Following Are True of Ostracized People Except

question 45

Multiple Choice

All of the following are true of ostracized people except

• A)it leads to increased aggression.
• B)the pain of ostracism can be lessened by taking Tylenol.
• C)it leads to a depressed heart rate.
• D)they perceive room temperature to be warmer than it actually is.

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Definitions:

Maladaptive

Refers to actions or behaviors that inhibit an individual's ability to adjust healthily to particular situations.

Deviant

Behaving or thought patterns that differ significantly from the norm or societal expectations, often carrying a negative connotation.

Stress response

The body's reaction to a challenge or demand, often initiating physiological and psychological adjustments.

Sympathetic nervous system

Part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the fight or flight response during perceived threats.