Mr. Evans feels that no matter what he does, he will be unable
to convince his boss that he deserves a promotion. He also feels that it doesn't matter who his boss is, he still would not receive a promotion. These feelings represent what Overnier and Seligman called
A) depressive realism.
B) illusory control.
C) learned helplessness.
D) overgeneralization.
Answer: C
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a. social nonconformity. b. parental maladjustment. c. high self-esteem. d. drug use by peers.
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a. blocking out all painful memories associated with the traumatic event b. emotional support from family, friends, and the community c. immediate treatment near the site of the trauma d. an expectation that the individual will eventually return to everyday life
Research suggests that as physical activity and exercise level increases, one's self-report of depressive symptoms decreases. This is an example of a(n)
a) negative correlation b) positive correlation. c) archival data study. d) reactivity effect.
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A. They allow children to make judgments about proper behavior. B. They rely on strict rules. C. They rely on children's fear of losing their love. D. They never impose punishment.