Which of the following is NOT listed as a factor that influences successful adaptation?

• A. Exaggerated perception of the stressor
• B. Healthy lifestyle
• C. Church support group
• D. Living alone

Answer: (D)

Successful adaptation to stress is aided by how people think about the stressor, the social and emotional support available to them, and healthy lifestyle habits that build resilience. An exaggerated perception of the stressor tends to hinder adaptation because it magnifies threat and amplifies the stress response, making coping more difficult. A healthy lifestyle supports physical and emotional well-being, which strengthens the capacity to adapt. A church support group provides social and spiritual support, offering coping resources and a sense of connectedness that promote adjustment.

Living alone does not inherently supply those supportive resources, so it is not a factor that facilitates successful adaptation. It describes a condition rather than a positive contributor to coping, which is why it’s not listed as a factor that influences adaptation.