Trying "Not to Think of a White Bear" Increases the Tendency

question 28

Multiple Choice

Trying "not to think of a white bear" increases the tendency to do the opposite, because the harder people try to control a thought, the less successful they are.This is described in Wegner's

• A)thematic framework studies.
• B)reactance studies.
• C)belief perseverance studies.
• D)thought suppression studies.

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Definitions:

Collectivism

A cultural or political philosophy that emphasizes the importance of the group or community over individual interests.

Conformity

The act of adjusting one's behavior or thinking to align with the group norms or expectations, often as a result of real or imagined group pressure.

Collectivism

A cultural value that prioritizes the group's needs over individual desires or accomplishments, often associated with societies that emphasize social harmony and interdependence.

Mood Linkage

Mood linkage refers to the phenomenon where individuals in a social environment tend to share or synchronize their emotional states with others, often subconsciously.