You are watching your friend's reactions as she listens on the phone. You can't tell if she is amused, satisfied, or excited. However, at one point, you are sure she is disgusted. How do emotion researchers explain these differences?
a) Disgust can be identified from voice alone.
b) A consequence of evolution is negative emotions tend to be more distinguishable than positive emotions.
c) Positive emotions are usually identified from body posture, which was probably not visible in this case.
d) Display rules in the United States prohibit displays of excitement or amusement when others cannot determine the source.
B
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Mrs. Alverez has concerns regarding her daughter's body image. She believes her daughter is attempting to measure up to different kinds of body representations she sees in the media
Mrs. Alverez has scheduled a meeting with the school psychologist to discuss her concerns. What can the school psychologist suggest to Mrs. Alverez to lessen her concerns? a) She can try to speak with her daughter against these influences by teaching her that the U.S. has a preoccupation with slimness, which permeates the entire society and that media representations are often exaggerated and unattainable. b) This is a normal part of pre-adolescent development and, in time, it will pass. c) Her daughter may need to seek counseling to understand body images and proper ways to identify with these images. d) Testing may be indicated to assess the impact of any media representation.