Jimmy Fallon,the host of a late night talk show,is worried that no one likes his hosting ability.If Jimmy decides to engage in an emotional coping strategy,he's most likely to ____.
A) take prescription drugs for his anxiety
B) go to people who he knows value and care for him
C) identify his upsetting thoughts and change them
D) take up meditation

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Going to people who value and care for him is an example of seeking social support, which is a common emotional coping strategy. It can help Jimmy feel validated and supported, which can alleviate his anxiety about his hosting ability. The other options, such as taking prescription drugs, changing his upsetting thoughts, and taking up meditation, may be helpful for some individuals but they are not specifically examples of emotional coping strategies.

Jimmy Fallon,the Host of a Late Night Talk Show,is Worried