In a study where subjects thought they were getting acupuncture in their right arm, but only received a fake acupuncture treatment, they:
A. reported more pain in their arm
B. figured out that the treatment was not real
C. reported less pain in their arm
D. reported less feeling in their arm
Answer: C
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What is one factor you can't change that highly influences your happiness?
a. Life work b. Social relationships c. Genetics d. Spiritual
Considering the review done by Lyubomirsky, King, and Diener, which of the following best describes someone likely to experience beneficial life outcomes such as success?
A. A person who is regarded as wise. B. A person who is showing happiness. C. A person who is altruistic. D. A person who is courageous.
Researchers exposed some participants to the virus that causes the common cold and exposed other participants to an inert saline solution. They found that the more stress participants reported, the more likely they were to contract colds
Results of this study suggest that a. stress can negatively affect our immune systems. b. physical illness can make us more susceptible to stress. c. exposure to viruses can be a source of stress on the immune system. d. interpretations of stress are more important than objective stress.