When People Unconsciously Try to Prevent Themselves from Experiencing Emotions

question 49

Multiple Choice

When people unconsciously try to prevent themselves from experiencing emotions to avoid the pain brought about by the experience,this is known as

• A)passive-aggressive behavior.
• B)emotional insulation.
• C)hardiness.
• D)emotion-focused coping.

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Definitions:

Counterconditioning

A method used in behavioral therapy where a positive reaction is substituted for a negative or undesirable response to a particular stimulus.

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist known for his research in classical conditioning, demonstrating how animals learn to associate a neutral stimulus with a significant one, leading to a learned response.

Carl Rogers

Carl Rogers was an influential American psychologist and one of the founders of the humanistic approach to psychology.

Systematic Desensitization

A behavioral therapy technique used to reduce phobic responses through gradual exposure to the feared object or situation alongside relaxation exercises.