In the immediate aftermath of social rejection, people tend to respond in several predictable ways. Which of the following is NOT one of the typical (temporary)responses?
A)Experiencing a feeling of numbness or "nothingness"
B)Being "stupid" at complex cognitive tasks
C)Showing a high degree of self-regulation
D)Being especially attuned to social cues and information about others

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Typically, after experiencing social rejection, individuals may have a harder time with self-regulation, as their emotional distress can impair their ability to control their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors effectively. Choices A, B, and D are common temporary responses, where individuals might feel numb, perform poorly on complex cognitive tasks, or become more sensitive to social cues as they seek to understand or mitigate the rejection.

In the Immediate Aftermath of Social Rejection, People Tend to Respond