Which of the following statements is true?

a. Defensive coping is used only by immature people.
b. Over the long run, defenses can hinder successful adjustment.
c. Defense mechanisms are maladaptive.
d. Defensive coping signifies an impending breakdown.


b

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a. higher for DZ twins than MZ twins. b. higher for MZ twins than for DZ twins. c. very similar for DZ and MZ twins. d. impossible to calculate with any accuracy for twins.

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One theory suggests that positive emotions function to buffer people against future "hard times" by expanding people's current attention and mind-set (e.g., making them relatively creative, exploratory, and adventurous). This theory is known as ____

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Vaginismus and dyspareunia are now both considered part of a single disorder known as

a. genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder. b. female orgasmic disorder. c. female sexual interest/arousal disorder. d. female hypoactive sexual disorder..

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