Marilyn has two term papers due in the next three weeks,
and she is so stressed that she does not seem to be getting anything done. Which of the following would NOT be good advice to help Marilyn reduce her stress and get her term papers finished?
a. Eliminate any loafing, playing, and napping until the papers are finished.
b. Set realistic limits on what she should try to do on any given day.
c. Get organized and concentrate on the most important aspects, letting go of the trivial.
d. Seek social support from friends, relatives, and even pets.
ANSWER: a
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