The Hopelessness Theory of Depression Is Predicated on

question 95

Multiple Choice

The hopelessness theory of depression is predicated on

• A)depression resulting from previous helplessness situations.
• B)biological features of depression resulting in negative attributions.
• C)a return to the animal lab to further understand factors leading to depression.
• D)cognitive diatheses that lead to negative attributions.

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Definitions:

Cognitive Development

The formation and evolution of mental processes like recall, solving problems, and making choices, from early childhood, through the teen years, into maturity.

Egocentrism

The inability to differentiate between one's own perspective and someone else's perspective, often seen in early childhood development.

Animism

The belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence, prevalent in many indigenous religions.

Piaget

A Swiss psychologist known for his pioneering work in child development, particularly regarding the stages of cognitive growth.