Your Friend Suki's Grandmother Has Always Told Her That Happier

Your friend Suki's grandmother has always told her that happier people experience less stress. Since she knows that you are taking a psychology course, she asks you whether or not psychologists would agree with her grandmother. Which of the following would you be most likely to tell her?

A) Yes, Grandma was correct; research has shown that humor can moderate the effects of stress.
B) No, Grandma does not know what she is talking about. There is no good evidence to support the claim that a sense of humor allows you to lead a less stressful life.
C) Grandma could be correct, but psychologists are uncertain since the research has been inconsistent.
D) Grandma is mistaken; humor can help us cope with painful illnesses, but not stress.