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QuizMultiple Choice

Stress Responses

Question 4 • TX-Psychology CR

After experiencing a particularly stressful divorce, Josene began working out and eating better due to a newfound focus on her health. Josene's behavior reflects a(n) __________ coping strategy.

Answer
A
maladaptive
B
positive
C
negative
D
ineffective

Explanation

Josene responds to stress by taking constructive steps to improve her health: exercising and eating better. These actions support her well-being, so they reflect a positive coping strategy rather than a maladaptive, negative, or ineffective one. The correct choice is “positive.”

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