What Is a Benefit of Experiencing Positive Emotions Such as Joy

question 94

Multiple Choice

What is a benefit of experiencing positive emotions such as joy and happiness?

• A)They help form the facial muscles.
• B)They encourage personal growth and social connection.
• C)They stimulate the frontal lobes to suppress the amygdala.
• D)Positive emotions provide a delusional haven from the real-world.

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Definitions:

Childhood Onset Pattern

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Moffitt's Research

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Aggression

Behavior intended to harm or intimidate others, which can be physical, verbal, or indirect.

Sensation-seeking

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