As Jordan Is Headed in to Take His English Final

question 33

Multiple Choice

As Jordan is headed in to take his English final, he reminds himself what a great basketball player he is. This practice should help him cope with __________.

• A) affirmation threat
• B) discrimination
• C) social identity threat
• D) normative conformity

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Definitions:

Manic Depression

An alternative term for bipolar disorder, characterized by dramatic shifts in mood, energy, and activity levels, including periods of mania and depression.

Anxiety Reaction

A psychological and physical response to perceived threats or stress, characterized by feelings of worry, nervousness, or unease.

Obsessions

Persistent, intrusive thoughts or impulses that cause distress or anxiety.

Mental Ailments

Health conditions that affect a person's thinking, feeling, behavior, or mood, significantly impacting daily functioning.