The fact Type A, type D and those high in negative affectivity report higher stress levels but do not have significant increases in physical disease has been attributed to which bias?

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Interpretive bias is attributed to the phenomenon where individuals with certain personality traits (such as Type A, Type D, or high negative affectivity) report higher stress levels but do not show significant increases in physical disease. This suggests that the way data is interpreted or understood can influence the perceived relationship between stress and physical health outcomes, rather than an actual increase in physical disease among these individuals.

The Fact Type A, Type D and Those High in Negative