Who of the Following Is MOST Likely to Experience Illness

question 4

Multiple Choice

Who of the following is MOST likely to experience illness due to the stress associated with their job?

• A) Susie, a single mother of a five-year old boy, who works long hours in a low-paying position.
• B) Mary Lou, a married mother of two young children, who works in a low-paying service job 40 hours per week.
• C) Sally, a single mother of a five-year old daughter, who is a lawyer with flexible hours.
• D) Miranda, a married mother with two young children, who is a lawyer with flexible hours.

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Definitions:

Social-cognitive Perspective

An approach to understanding human behavior that emphasizes the role of cognitive processes and social interactions.

Histrionic Personality Disorder

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Dramatic Behaviors

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Impulsive Behaviors

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