Ahmad and Sheila just moved in together.While unpacking, they begin to fight and Sheila becomes frustrated when Ahmad cannot explain to her why he is upset.According to the textbook, why might this be occurring?
A)Men tend to experience emotions more intensely than women.
B)Women tend to experience emotions more intensely than men.
C)Women tend to be better at expressing their emotions than men.
D)Men tend to get defensive when women express their emotions.

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Research suggests that women are generally better at expressing their emotions than men. This may be due to socialization and cultural norms that encourage women to be more in touch with their emotions and to express them openly. Ahmad's inability to explain his feelings may be linked to societal expectations that men should not be as emotionally expressive.

Ahmad and Sheila Just Moved in Together