Research has shown that individuals with high levels of negative affectivity (such as anxiety, depression, and hostility) are at increased risk for various health problems, including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and chronic pain conditions. This suggests that negative affectivity may compromise overall health.

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Negative Affectivity

Question 14

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Negative affectivity

A) may compromise overall health.
B) predicts risk for certain chronic diseases temporarily.
C) is impacted by gluten sensitivity.
D) is not linked to higher risk for mortality in old age.
E) does not lead to poor health as thought.

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