Which of the Below Suggests That There Is an Automatic

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the below suggests that there is an automatic tendency to think of all people who are in the same category as being similar to one another, and a corresponding automatic tendency to think of all people who are in different categories as being different from one another?

• A) self-categorisation theory
• B) self-anchoring theory
• C) the category differentiation model
• D) realistic group conflict theory

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Definitions:

Direct Coping

Involves confronting a stressful situation head-on and attempting to address or resolve the problems causing stress.

Withdrawal

The process of reducing or stopping the intake of a substance to which one has become addicted, often accompanied by unpleasant symptoms.

Hassles

Minor irritations and annoyances that are part of everyday life and can accumulate to impact one's mental health and well-being.

Psychological Hardiness

Refers to a personality characteristic that involves a sense of control, commitment, and embracing challenge as a means of personal growth, which helps individuals to manage stress more effectively.