Chris, an Otherwise Intelligent Student, Fails a Test

question 30

Multiple Choice

Chris, an otherwise intelligent student, fails a test. His teacher calls him "stupid." As a result, Chris starts to believe he's stupid and continues to do poorly in class. What is this an example of?

• A) a status inconsistency
• B) blaming the victim
• C) a self-fulfilling prophecy
• D) an open curriculum

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Definitions:

Behavior Therapy

A type of psychotherapy that focuses on changing undesirable behaviors through reinforcement strategies, without delving into underlying psychic conflicts.

Overeating

The consumption of food in quantities greater than the energy requirements of the body, often leading to weight gain and potential health issues.

Adaptive Behavior Patterns

Actions or behaviors that enable an individual to meet their needs in a specific environment, often through learning and adjustment.

Psychological Disorders

Mental disorders or conditions characterized by impairments in thought, behavior, and emotions, leading to significant distress or disability.