________ is the belief that one can control one's practice of a particular behavior.

A. Self criticism
B. Health locus of control
C. Self efficacy
D. Self-esteem


Answer: C

Psychology

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a. informed consent. b. a prognosis. c. a diagnosis. d. a therapeutic intervention.

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