Kara Would Be Described as Self-Denying, Inhibited, and Anxious

question 338

Multiple Choice

Kara would be described as self-denying, inhibited, and anxious. She lets others make choices for her and feels sad and even angry that she never seems to get "her way." When Kara gives in and does what her friends want her to do, her friends often feel either some degree of sympathy for her and guilt or even contempt for Kara's "always putting others first" attitude. Kara is exhibiting

• A)nonassertive behavior.
• B)self-assertion.
• C)a lack of critical thinking.
• D)overly empathic behavior.

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Definitions:

Divorce

The legal termination of a marriage by a court or other competent body.

Love

Love is a complex set of emotions, behaviors, and beliefs associated with strong feelings of affection, protectiveness, warmth, and respect for another person.

Affection

A feeling of fondness or liking towards someone or something.

Normative Influence

Social influence that leads to conformity, motivated by the desire to adhere to the expectations of others or to gain social approval.