Peter tries to never say anything controversial for fear that his friends won't like him anymore. What explains this reaction?

A. cognitive dissonance
B. rejection sensitivity
C. attachment
D. dependence


Answer: B

Psychology

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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The process of guiding and directing yourself to a state is called __________

a. self-regulation b. self-efficacy c. self-esteem d. self-monitoring

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What is necessary for a diagnosis of generalized anxiety disorder?

What will be an ideal response?

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