Self-Discrepancy Theory Holds That People Are Motivated to

question 73

Multiple Choice

Self-discrepancy theory holds that people are motivated to

• A)revise their psychological relationships with others when their self-concepts are threatened.
• B)maintain the self-esteem of others.
• C)maintain consistency among their beliefs and self-perceptions.
• D)seek out social validation when their self-concepts are threatened.
• E)seek out feedback from others that validates their self-perceptions.

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