Current research suggests that men and women respond to stress in whic

QUESTION

Current research suggests that men and women respond to stress in which of the following ways?

a. Men use nurturing activities to reduce stress.
b. Women use a “tend and befriend” approach to stress.
c. Men and women respond to stress in a similar manner.
d. Women respond to stress with patterns of “fight or flight.”

ANSWER:

ANS: B
Current research suggests that men and women respond to stress differently. Men respond with patterns of “fight or flight” while women use a “tend and befriend” approach. Women use nurturing activities to reduce stress and promote safety for self and others. They seek social support from others, particularly from other women.