Question

Which of the following are the three terms used to describe the way in which hardy people differ from many other Type A people and others who suffer more ill effects due to stress?a. competitiveness, control, compassion
b. commitment, control, challenge
c. compassion, challenge, commitment
d. commitment, control, competitiveness

Answer 1

Answer: (b) commitment, control, challenge.

Explanation: Based on research, hardy people are believed to have personality structure comprising the three related general terms or disposition of commitment, control and challenge, that works as a resistance framework in stressful engagements or conditions.

The commitment disposition refers to the tendency to involve oneself in life activities with genuine mind and curiosity about the external world.

The control disposition refers to the tendency to believe and act through one’s efforts to influence the engagements occurring around oneself.

Lastly, the challenge disposition refers to the belief that change is the normal way of life, rather than stability. This change disposition establish opportunities that are motivating for individual growth.