When an animal or person develops __________________, they will endure pain even when it is possible to avoid or escape it
FIll in the blank with correct word.
Answer: learned helplessness
Rationale: Learned helplessness is an acquired suppression of avoidance or escape behavior in response to unpleasant, uncontrollable circumstances.
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