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" in terms of 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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In the immediate aftermath of social rejection, people tend to show a low degree of self-regulation, as they may engage in impulsive or self-destructive behaviors.

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