How Does Self-Esteem Relate to Longevity of Relationships

question 132

Multiple Choice

How does self-esteem relate to longevity of relationships?

• A)People with low self-esteem tend to have relationships that last longer.
• B)People with high self-esteem tend to have relationships that last longer.
• C)People of all levels of self-esteem can have lasting, successful relationships.
• D)This depends on gender; high self-esteem is related to relationship longevity among women, but not among men.

---

Definitions:

Classical Conditioning

A conditioning method where the continuous association of two stimuli results in a response initially provoked by the second stimulus becoming evoked by the sole presentation of the first stimulus.

Ivan Pavlov

A Russian physiologist best known for his work in classical conditioning, demonstrating the learning process through the Pavlov's dogs experiment.

Operant Conditioning

A learning process in which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.

Classical Conditioning

A learning process that occurs when two stimuli are repeatedly paired: a response that is at first elicited by the second stimulus is eventually elicited by the first stimulus alone.