Which of the following is TRUE?

A. Depression is more prevalent in men with HIV than among women with HIV.
B. AIDS patients often experience better outcomes when they are pessimistic than when they are optimistic because they are more likely to face their illness directly.
C. Psychological factors can shorten the time one lives with AIDS.
D. No research on HIV/AIDS has examined the impact of social support on psychological and physical outcomes because most people who are infected with the virus lose their social support networks.


Answer: C

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What does the research indicate about the common phrase "Money can't buy you happiness?"

a. The phrase is false, at least in that having money means you don't have to worry about it. b. The phrase is false, money and happiness are unrelated. c. The phrase is true, having more money actually leads to lower levels of happiness. d. There is no research available on this topic.

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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