Kayla is participating in a research study on coping.She is asked to engage in a difficult task that is designed to elicit a stress response.Based on the results of previous research,if Kayla is high in hardiness she will show _____ following the stressful task.
A) an increase in positive thoughts about herself
B) lower than average blood pressure
C) a steady heart rate
D) more blood flow in the amygdala

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Previous research has shown that individuals high in hardiness tend to have a more positive and constructive cognitive appraisal of stressors than those low in hardiness. Therefore, Kayla is more likely to have an increase in positive thoughts about herself following the stressful task.

Kayla Is Participating in a Research Study on Coping