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Tirant22

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on: Jun 21, 2018
Some research findings suggest that a pessimistic explanatory style may be more adaptive in certain situations. Elders living in Philadelphia with a(n) _______ explanatory style and who experienced a negative event such as the death of spouse showed the most amount of depression during the test period.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Question 2

The attempt to reduce or manage negative emotions through such things as putting a positive spin on events, turning to religion, or seeking comfort from friends is called ________ coping.
 
  a. avoidant
  b. problem-focused
  c. emotion-focused
  d. pessimistic


pami445

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Reply #1 on: Jun 21, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: optimistic

Answer to Question 2

Answer: c: emotion-focused


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