Mohamed is experiencing a large amount of work stress lately, but his co-workers are helping him cope with the stress by encouraging him and telling him how much they appreciate his hard work. This is a good example of:
A) hardy friendships
B) the social networking hypothesis
C) positive stress
D) the buffering hypothesis

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The co-workers providing emotional support to Mohamed is an example of the buffering hypothesis, which suggests that social support can help individuals cope with stress and prevent negative outcomes associated with stress.

Mohamed Is Experiencing a Large Amount of Work Stress Lately