Consider the Following Scenario: When Discussing Her Recent Grades, Sherri

question 65

Multiple Choice

Consider the following scenario: when discussing her recent grades, Sherri indicated that she did very well in Math and attributes her success to studying very hard. Even though she studied equally hard for Chemistry, Sherri failed the exam but explains this failure in terms of her unfair professor. This is an example of

• A)primacy effect
• B)stereotype threat
• C)self-serving bias
• D)fundamental attribution error
• E)depressive realism

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Definitions:

Attachment Theory

According to Bowlby, the infant and his primary caregiver(s) participate in an interactive system that has evolved to keep the infant safe and ensure survival. As the infant changes cognitively and emotionally, an affectional bond with the caregiver emerges in stages, with a full-fledged attachment likely by about 7 or 8 months.

Helping Professionals

Individuals whose occupations are dedicated to assisting others improve their well-being, such as therapists, counselors, and social workers.

Infant's Attachment

The emotional bond that develops between a child and a caregiver, crucial for the child's personal development and future relationships.

Caregivers

Caregivers are individuals who provide care for someone with a chronic illness, disability, or other long-lasting health or care needs, outside of a professional or formal employment framework.