Which of the Following Is the Best Statement of the Relationship

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the best statement of the relationship between life changes and disease?

• A) High levels of life change are strongly predictive of illness, with correlations in the range of .60 to .70.
• B) High levels of life change are modestly predictive of illness, with typical correlations in the range of .30 to .40.
• C) High levels of life change are found to be predictive of only certain illnesses, such as cancer or influenza.
• D) There is no consistent relationship obtained between level of life change and physical illness.

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Definitions:

Specific Stimulus

A distinct environmental cue that elicits a particular response from an organism.

Specific Response

A particular reaction or behavior elicited by a specific stimulus or situation.

Early Childhood Experiences

Events and interactions in the first years of life that significantly influence one's development and personality.

Unconscious Urges

Refers to desires or impulses that an individual is not aware of but which can still influence their behaviors and decisions.