Author Question: Which of the following empirical statements is TRUE? a. Optimists tend to cope better with stress ... (Read 51 times)

aabwk4 · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Which of the following empirical statements is TRUE?

a. Optimists tend to cope better with stress than pessimists.
b. Optimists are more likely to use avoidant coping strategies than pessimists.
c. Optimists tend not to practice healthy behaviors because they assume most outcomes will be positive.
d. Optimism is correlated with better psychological health, but is not predictive of longevity.

Question 2

People who enjoy challenges, have a high level of control, and are committed to their lives, are high in_______.

a. optimism c. extraversion
b. hardiness d. mastery