Which process involves changing the way you think about the situation that gave rise to a negative emotion?
A) emotional contagion
B) emotional reappraisal
C) emotional intelligence
D) alexithymia

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Emotional reappraisal involves changing the way you think about a situation that gave rise to a negative emotion. This technique is used in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and has been found to be effective in reducing emotional distress. Emotional contagion refers to the process of one person’s emotions influencing the emotions of others. Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to identify, understand, and manage one’s own emotions and the emotions of others. Alexithymia refers to a difficulty in identifying and expressing one’s emotions.

Which Process Involves Changing the Way You Think About the Situation