Barb Is a Narrative Researcher Interested in the Experiences of First

question 11

Multiple Choice

Barb is a narrative researcher interested in the experiences of first generation college students in rural Appalachia. Of the following, who might be the best person to serve as an individual to learn about the problem?

• A) Maxine, a university guidance counselor working with first generation students
• B) Joseph, a high school teacher who teaches advanced students in rural Appalachia
• C) Sam, a first generation university student from rural Appalachia with Junior standing
• D) Roger, the father of a first generation university student from rural Appalachia

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Definitions:

Arousal

A physiological and psychological state of being awake or reactive to stimuli, involving the brain, hormones, and physical responses.

Physical Arousal

The bodily response to stimuli, characterized by increased heart rate, blood pressure, and often associated with sexual excitation.

Labeling

The process of classifying or describing someone or something in a specific way, often based on preconceived notions.

Schachter and Singer

Psychologists known for their theory on emotion, proposing that physiological arousal and cognitive labeling based on environmental context jointly contribute to the experience of emotions.