Some psychologists believe that learned helplessness explains aspects of _____________

A) depression
B) religious faith
C) sadomasochism
D) dyslexia


Answer: A
Rationale: Learned helplessness has been offered as an explanation for how people with depression tend to view the world. People with depression are prone to hold beliefs that their actions have no influence on external events, and that their environment and circumstances dictate outcomes.

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