Which statement is true about lifetime adversity?
A) People with modest lifetime adversity are less negatively affected by exposure to recent adversity.
B) Adults with no history of adversity respond optimally when faced with life stressors.
C) High levels of lifetime adversity strengthen people’s coping skills and foster resilience.
D) Compared to adults with a history of modest lifetime adversity, those with no adversity report greater life satisfaction.
Answer: A
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