Sam has always felt a strong sense of empathy for others, then in his teens he helplessly watched as his mother died of cancer. While sitting at her deathbed, he made a vow to do whatever he could to ease the suffering of his fellow human beings. According to McAdams's research, Sam's life story is typical of:
A) highly generative people.
B) most people.
C) men.
D) mourning a parent who dies at an off-time age.

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McAdams's research suggests that highly generative people often have strong empathy for others and are often motivated by a personal experience, such as witnessing a loved one's suffering, to make a positive impact on the world. Therefore, Sam's life story aligns with the characteristics of highly generative individuals. The other options (B, C, and D) do not accurately reflect the research findings.

Sam Has Always Felt a Strong Sense of Empathy for Others