Why Does Self-Complexity Reduce the Effects of Negative Events on Psychological

Multiple Choice

Why does self-complexity reduce the effects of negative events on psychological distress?

A) Following a negative event, people high in self-complexity can shift their attention to domains of self that are unaffected by these occurrences.
B) High self-complexity is associated with high self-esteem and mastery.
C) Individuals high in self-complexity have many different people who can give the social support.
D) Most people with high self-complexity are relatively accomplished and know how to cope with adversity.
E) People with complex self-concepts tend to be self-aggrandizing and may not recognize that something bad has happened.