Cognitive Theorists Argue That Depression Results Partially from ______

question 163

Multiple Choice

Cognitive theorists argue that depression results partially from ______.

• A) anger turned inward
• B) imbalanced social interactions
• C) negative beliefs about oneself
• D) a life lacking in purpose and meaning

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Definitions:

Risky Shifts

Risky shift phenomenon observes that groups tend to make decisions that are riskier than the individual decisions of group members due to the diffusion of responsibility and group influence.

Unambiguous Decisions

Decisions that are clear and definite, leaving no doubt or room for multiple interpretations.

Reinforcement

A consequence that follows an action and increases the likelihood of that action being repeated in the future.

Conditioned Responses

Behavioral reactions that have been learned through repeated associations with a specific stimulus.