The Pygmalion Effect,or the Tendency to Treat Others on the Basis

question 141

Multiple Choice

The Pygmalion effect,or the tendency to treat others on the basis of some belief that influences their behavior in the anticipated direction,is also termed

• A) tracking.
• B) a self-fulfilling prophecy.
• C) attentional inertia.
• D) a heuristic influence.

Understand the concept of self-esteem and its two types.

Analyze the impact of high self-esteem on workplace performance.

Understand the psychological theories related to self-esteem, including those of Alfred Adler and Carl Rogers.

Comprehend the effects of the gap between the ideal self and the real self.

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Definitions:

Critical Thinking

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Ethical Guidelines

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Pain And Suffering

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