Dispositional Optimism Is Defined as

question 72

Multiple Choice

Dispositional optimism is defined as

• A)the expectation that good events will be plentiful, and bad events will be rare.
• B)having higher than average self-esteem.
• C)making attributions that are unstable, temporary, and global.
• D)the belief that one can do the behaviours necessary to achieve a desired outcome.

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Definitions:

Androgen Hormones

A group of hormones, including testosterone, that are responsible for the development of male characteristics and reproductive activities.

Socioeconomic Status

A measure of an individual's or family's economic and social position in relation to others, based on income, education, and occupation.

Body Image

An individual's perception of the aesthetics or sexual attractiveness of their own body, which may or may not align with society's standards or others' perceptions.

Sense of Shame

A painful feeling of humiliation or distress caused by the consciousness of wrong or foolish behavior.