Asked by Kelly Dabney on Jun 12, 2024

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Terry is stressed.She's been getting negative feedback from her boss regarding her performance at work.Her boyfriend is constantly asking her for money that she knows she will never get back.She's feeling like her life is out of control and lately she has taken up the habit of stress-induced shopping,which has gotten out of hand and is costing her more money than she can afford.Terry is engaging in which of the following behavioural responses to stress

A)  overcontrolling
B)  self-indulgence 
C)  overcompensating
D)  blaming oneself

Behavioral Responses

The actions or reactions of an organism or system in response to stimuli or situations.

Stress-Induced

Refers to effects, responses, or conditions in the body or behavior that are directly caused by or heightened by stress.

Self-Indulgence

The excessive or unrestrained gratification of one's own desires, impulses, or whims.

  • Identify and analyze behavioral responses to stress and their consequences on personal well-being.
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Sarthak MaheshwariJun 12, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Terry is engaging in self-indulgence as a behavioral response to stress. Her stress-induced shopping is causing her to spend more money than she can afford, which is a form of self-indulgence.