The Main Characteristic of Learned Helplessness Is That People

question 167

Multiple Choice

The main characteristic of learned helplessness is that people:

• A) will not try to improve their unpleasant situation even when it is possible to do
• So)
• B) will try to change the unpleasant situation until they are stopped.
• C) know they can control their unpleasant environment but don't.
• D) believe the unpleasant situation will stop if they ignore it.

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Definitions:

Independent

The state of being self-reliant and not dependent on others for support, sustenance, or decision making.

Emotional Expressions

The outward display of feelings such as happiness, anger, or sadness, through facial expressions, body language, or vocal tones.

Anger

A strong feeling of annoyance, displeasure, or hostility towards someone or something, often a response to perceived wrong or injustice.

Sadness

An emotional state characterized by feelings of disappointment, grief, or hopelessness.