Adam Has Been Reading the Research Literature on Positive Psychology

question 138

Multiple Choice

Adam has been reading the research literature on positive psychology.He has decided to write a letter of thanks to his grandfather,whom he greatly admires.What should happen after Adam writes and delivers this letter?

• A) He will experience an increase in his level of happiness.
• B) He will start to engage in downward comparisons.
• C) He will experience an increase in testosterone.
• D) Activity will increase slightly in his amygdala.

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