Defensiveness Can Become a Problem for Someone Who Is Presented

question 17

True/False

Defensiveness can become a problem for someone who is presented with information that contradicts his/her self-perception.

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Definitions:

Legitimate Means

Accepted, legal, or socially approved methods for achieving goals.

Social Origin

The background, including factors like class, race, and ethnicity, from which an individual comes, influencing their place in society.

Differential Reinforcement Theory

A psychological theory that suggests behavior is either encouraged or discouraged through rewards and punishments, and can be applied to understanding criminal behavior.

Shoplifting

The process of shoplifting involves removing items from a commercial business without compensating for them.