At a World Issues Conference,all of the Participants Were Asked

question 35

Multiple Choice

At a World Issues Conference,all of the participants were asked to develop responses to two hypothetical case scenarios.People naturally split themselves up into teams based on their occupations.Which of the following helps to explain why the participants acted this way?

• A)Self-fulfilling prophecy
• B)Bandwagon effect
• C)Social identity theory
• D)Projection bias
• E)Needs theory

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Definitions:

Inferiority-based Self Statements

Negative beliefs about oneself that are rooted in perceived weaknesses or deficiencies.

Inadequacy-based Self Statements

Negative beliefs about oneself that reflect a sense of personal insufficiency or worthlessness.

Guilt-base Self Statements

Negative self-talk that focuses on feelings of guilt or personal failing, often detrimental to one's mental health.

Symptom-based Self Statements

Negative self-talk directly related to one's symptoms or issues, often reinforcing the problem or condition.