Secondary control coping strategies are often better than primary control coping strategies in situations in which the stressor cannot be controlled

The "American dilemma," as discussed by Myrdal, refers to the fact that

A) individuals have the right to "life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness," and yet people often die early in life before having a chance to really "live." B) the "American Dream" is to own a house and raise a family and yet it is becoming harder and harder to achieve this goal., C) Americans believe that "all men are created equal," and yet there was a time when slavery was permitted. D) Americans have a democratic system, but many people don't bother to vote.

In some experiments, participants in the ____________________ group receive a placebo, which is an inactive "sugar" pill that looks just like the drug used in the experimental condition

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