Sandy inherited a biological predisposition toward impulsive behavior. However, she grew up in a religious family, and has several close friends who help to moderate her behavior. Sandy has ____ that reduce her impulsive behavior.
A) safeguards
B) defense mechanisms
C) mitigating circumstances
D) protective factors

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Protective factors are influences that help to reduce the impact of risk factors, such as a biological predisposition toward impulsive behavior, by providing support and promoting positive outcomes.

Sandy Inherited a Biological Predisposition Toward Impulsive Behavior