Hal and Darcy endured many stressful years in their marriage resulting in much unhappiness. Over time, their marriage rebounded and improved. Research indicates that

A. once both spouses realize they would be alone without each other, marriages improve.
B. stress may motivate couples to work together.
C. divorce is not financially feasible for many couples.
D. learning to understand and forgive each other promotes happiness.


Answer: D. learning to understand and forgive each other promotes happiness.

Psychology

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a. ?homogenization b. ?attitude alignment c. ?the exposure effect d. ?habituation

Psychology

Ralph would really like to date Leesa, but is afraid of her dad and three big brothers. Rather than actually "taking her out on a date," Ralph spends time with her at school and at afterschool functions, but does not go near her home. Ralph has solved his approach-avoidance of Leesa by using

a. displacement. b. partial approach. c. stress bargaining. d. psychological escape.

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Analysis of facial muscles during emotional displays has revealed that ________

a. most individuals are able to mimic grief accurately, getting the facial muscles just right. b. false smiles tend to last 10 seconds or more, but authentic smiles last only about 2 seconds. c. false expressions use the same groups of muscles that are used in authentic expressions. d. physiological responses ensure that facial expressions convey the emotion being felt.

Psychology

Early memories are easily disrupted by

a. changes in context. c. disruptive sleeping patterns. b. auditory stimuli. d. observer involvement.

Psychology