Brigit is trying to not think about the fight she had with a roommate because she needs to pay attention during her psychology class that starts in 20 minutes. According to research in the text, what advice would you give her?
a. go ahead and think about the fight now but exert self-control when it comes to paying attention to class in a few minutes
b. say a prayer as she walks to class
c. both a and b
d. neither of these
Answer: C
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