When people unconsciously try to prevent themselves from experiencing emotions to avoid the pain brought about by the experience, it is referred to as what process?

A. passive-aggressive behavior
B. emotional insulation
C. hardiness
D. emotion-focused coping


Answer: B

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a. Delay until he is sure he wants to change. b. Make a list of all the advantages of changing. c. Make a list of all the people who have already changed in this way. d. Make a list of the advantages and disadvantages of changing.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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