Lidia Graduated from College Ten Years Ago and Is Considering

question 107

Multiple Choice

Lidia graduated from college ten years ago and is considering a career change. She is eager to find a position that challenges her and allows her to grow as a person. To learn about potential career paths, she signs up for classes at the local community college. Lidia's desire to explore and grow as a person reflects

• A) relatedness.
• B) extrinsic motivation.
• C) competence motivation.
• D) homeostasis.

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Definitions:

Attention Seeking

Behaviors aimed at drawing attention or garnering sympathy from others.

Histrionic Personality

A personality disorder characterized by a pattern of excessive emotionality and attention-seeking behavior.

Personality Traits

Enduring characteristics that describe a person’s typical thoughts, emotional responses, and behaviors.

Learned Characteristics

Traits or behaviors not inherent at birth but developed through interactions with the environment and experiences.