Larissa and Andre both interview for a marketing position and do not get the job. Afterwards, Larissa spends more time dwelling on her mistakes during the interview than Andre and becomes more distressed. This pattern would be consistent with which of the following theories?

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Response style theory suggests that the way individuals respond to their own feelings and experiences, particularly by ruminating on negative feelings, can lead to differences in emotional distress. Larissa's behavior of dwelling on her mistakes aligns with this theory, as it suggests her response style (rumination) is contributing to her increased distress compared to Andre.

Larissa and Andre Both Interview for a Marketing Position and Do