From the book, which of the following is NOT one of the five ways people establish meaning in their lives?

Ernie is a perpetrator who sexually abuses children. As a child, Ernie was likely

A) a bully. B) the victim of sexual abuse. C) extremely religious. D) learned helpless.

When people who are confronted by stressful situations engage in self-blame, they are MOST likely to

a. show evidence of catharsis or displaced aggression. b. experience a decrease in their overall level of autonomic arousal. c. find that their social support networks are strengthened. d. aggravate and perpetuate problematic emotional reactions to stress.