Question

Gabriel and Jim were involved in a car accident and they both suffered a broken bone. Gabriel told Jim, "Hey at least we only broke a few bones-we could've died!" Jim's response to Gabriel was "Yes, but I'm now thinking about how I can be a better driver so that I never get in an accident again." Gabriel's statement reflects a(n) ________ counterfactual and Jim's response reflects a(n) ________ counterfactual.

Answer 1

Answer:downward counterfactual ;

upward counterfactual

Explanation:Counterfactual thoughts have been shown to produce negative emotions, however they may also produce functional or beneficial effects.

downward counterfactual are Ideas that create a more negative outcome.

upward counterfactual are thoughts that create a more positive outcome.