Regarding ways to reduce pain, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. In general, pleasant emotions increase pain, while unpleasant emotions decrease pain.
b. The more control one feels over a painful stimulus, the less pain is experienced.
c. Any time you can anticipate pain, you can lower anxiety by making sure you are fully informed.
d. Distractions, such as listening to music, reduce pain.
ANSWER: a
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b. does not occur. c. is experienced as a positive emotion by most children. d. is usually repressed.
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a) Public relation b) Drug use reduction c) Alcohol use reduction d) Tobacco use reduction
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