Valerie grew up in a family which discouraged touching.Her parents continually told her that touching herself or others was "bad" and "naughty." Given this history,which of the following personality characteristics would you expect Valerie (a "nontoucher")not to have,in relation to a "toucher"?

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Valerie's upbringing may lead her to feel discomfort with physical touch, including touch directed towards herself. This may lead to a decreased satisfaction with her own body, as physical touch can be an important component of self-acceptance and self-love. However, there is no reason to believe that she would necessarily have more anxiety, tension, suspicion, or rigidity compared to a "toucher." These traits are not directly related to one's comfort with physical touch.

Valerie Grew Up in a Family Which Discouraged Touching