Assignment task:
Van Lange and Columbus (2021) suggest all of the following reasons for the added value of interactions with strangers (over interactions with close others) to one's well-being EXCEPT: Group of answer choices Strangers are far less likely to spread private information because they are unlikely to be part of one's social network. Strangers are more likely than family or friends to be dissimilar in their background, attitudes, or opinions, which may yield exposure to new perspectives or exposure to unusual, novel events. When interactions with strangers elicit agreement in opinions, people may derive both enjoyment and confidence from having their opinions confirmed by others outside of their own network. When interactions with strangers elicit anger, people may feel compelled to seek comfort from close others, thereby strengthening their relationships.