Which of the Following Is NOT a Potential Drawback of Social

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a potential drawback of social support?

• A) When other people are perceived as being judgmental, they may increase the individual's physical reaction to the stressor.
• B) Stress may increase when well-meaning friends or family members offer unwanted or inappropriate social support.
• C) Being too helpful and overprotective, especially when dealing with sick people, may undermine self-confidence and slow physical recovery.
• D) Individuals who accept social support from others risk being labeled as weak, dependent, or incompetent.

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