According to Seligman, learned helplessness has been found to be related to:
a. restlessness.
c. excessive risk taking.
b. depression.
d. unrealistic goals.
ANS: B
FEEDBACK: Seligman found a strong association between learned helplessness and depression. A major symptom of depression is the feeling of being unable to control life events. Seligman referred to depression as the "ultimate pessimism."
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