Nestor’s mom frequently physically abuses him. Now, Nestor is showing behavior problems at school. When he’s interviewed by the school counselor he says, “The other kids are always trying to start something.” His teacher agrees to keep an eye on it. She doesn’t notice the other students behaving in a particularly cruel or ostracizing way toward Nestor. Which of the following likely best explains Nestor’s perception?
a. social modeling from his mom’s aggressive behavior
b. hostile attributional bias
c. deficits in social problem-solving
d. deficits carrying through on optimal action plans
b. hostile attributional bias
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a. Precontemplation b. Contemplation c. Preparation d. Action e. Maintenance
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(a) Communication (b) Social competency (c) Assertiveness (d) Relationship building