Regarding sensation seeking, which of the following statements is FALSE?
A)High sensation seekers prefer spicy, sour, and crunchy foods.
B)Whether you are high or low in sensation seeking is probably based on how your body responds to new, unusual, or intense stimulation.
C)High sensation seekers are orderly, nurturant, and giving, and enjoy the company of others.
D)High sensation seekers are more likely to engage in high-risk behaviors such as substance abuse and casual unprotected sex.

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High sensation seekers are characterized by a desire for novel and intense experiences, which does not necessarily correlate with being orderly, nurturant, and giving, or enjoying the company of others. These traits are more related to personality dimensions such as agreeableness or extraversion rather than sensation seeking.

Regarding Sensation Seeking, Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE