When the Expectations of One Person Bring About the Expected

question 98

Multiple Choice

When the expectations of one person bring about the expected behavior in another person, the expectation has become a(n) ________.

• A) attribution
• B) primary drive
• C) self-fulfilling prophecy
• D) response characteristic

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Definitions:

Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder

A psychiatric disorder observed in children and adolescents, characterized by persistent irritability and frequent episodes of behavior outbursts far more severe than the typical mood fluctuations seen in this age group.

Academic Failures

Academic Failures are instances where an individual fails to meet the prescribed academic standards, potentially impacting their educational trajectory and self-esteem.

Overweight

Having more body fat than is optimally healthy, often defined by a body mass index (BMI) over 25 but less than 30.

Major Depressive Disorder

A mental disorder characterized by at least two weeks of pervasive sadness, loss of interest in activities, and other symptoms that impair daily functioning.