Experimental participants did not show strong differences in brain activation whether watching a sad or a neutral movie if they

A) were Type A personalities.
B) perceived an external locus of control.
C) had been trained in mindfulness meditation.
D) experienced weakened immune functioning.

Brain Activation

The process involving increased blood flow and energy consumption in specific areas of the brain in response to tasks or stimuli.

Mindfulness Meditation

A form of meditation that involves paying attention to the present moment, deliberately and without judgment, to foster a sense of calm and awareness.

Type A Personalities

Individuals characterized by high levels of competitiveness, self-drive, impatience, and a constant sense of urgency, which may contribute to stress.