Regarding the suppression of emotions, which of the following statements is FALSE?
a. Paying attention to our negative emotions can lead us to think more clearly about the positive and the negative, resulting in better decision making.
b. Restraining emotions decreases activity in the sympathetic nervous system.
c. It is better to manage emotions than it is to suppress them.
d. People who constantly suppress emotions cope poorly with life and are prone to depression and other problems.
ANSWER: b
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