Which of the Following Theories Suggests That Self-Esteem Plays a Major

question 101

Multiple Choice

Which of the following theories suggests that self-esteem plays a major role in how people respond to health threats?

• A) balance theory
• B) need for cognition theory
• C) regulatory focus theory
• D) terror management theory

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Definitions:

Injections

A medical procedure involving the administration of medication or other substances directly into the body through a needle and syringe.

Therapeutic Intervention

A planned action or process intended to improve health and well-being through medical, counseling, or psychological methods.

Placebos

Substances with no therapeutic effect that are used in clinical trials as a control to test the effectiveness of treatments.

Nocebo Effect

Adverse effect of a placebo.