Suppose You Are a University Counselor Who Wants to Develop

question 8

Essay

Suppose you are a university counselor who wants to develop a program to improve students' academic performance. You believe that many students perform poorly because of motivational problems, including simple lack of motivation as well as being motivated by the wrong things. What are some considerations that should guide the design of your program?

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Definitions:

Fear

A distressing sensation triggered by the conviction that an individual or entity presents danger, could inflict suffering, or is a hazard.

Disgust

A strong feeling of aversion or profound disapproval prompted by something perceived as unpleasant or offensive.

Emotional Reactions

Responses of the emotional system to stimuli, often automatic and based on both innate tendencies and learned experience.

Girls

Female children and adolescents, typically defined by their developmental stage rather than specific age.