A Psychologist Who Believes in the Learned Helplessness View of Depression

question 17

Multiple Choice

A psychologist who believes in the learned helplessness view of depression wants to create a treatment program for his clients.The major focus of this treatment will probably be on ____.

• A) helping the clients gain control over their lives
• B) helping the clients focus on the bright side of a situation
• C) teaching the clients not to blame themselves when things go wrong
• D) reducing the clients' search for sympathy and attention

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Definitions:

Nudging

A concept in behavioral economics that involves subtly guiding choices and behaviors through indirect suggestions and positive reinforcements without restricting freedom of choice.

Influence Behaviour

involves affecting or changing how someone acts or decides, typically through persuasion or example.

Providing Information

The process of sharing relevant and valuable data or insights with stakeholders to aid understanding or decision-making.

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