The Development of Anxiety Disorders Can Be Linked to Which

question 188

Multiple Choice

The development of anxiety disorders can be linked to which of the following?

• A)misinterpreting positive situations as threatening
• B)an introverted temperament in childhood
• C)an inhibited temperament in childhood
• D)difficulty learning positive associations to situations

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Definitions:

Distinctiveness Theory

A psychological theory which posits that individuals seek to maintain a sense of uniqueness, resulting in behaviors or attitudes that distinguish them from others.

Sociometer

A hypothetical internal gauge or mechanism within individuals that monitors the level of social acceptance or rejection they feel, influencing self-esteem.

Group Membership

The state or fact of being a part of a group, which entails certain rights, responsibilities, and identities associated with being a member of that group.

Sense of Self

An individual's perception and understanding of their own identity and personality traits.