Depression Is Caused by Learned Helplessness, According to the __________

question 67

Multiple Choice

Depression is caused by learned helplessness, according to the __________ theory.

• A)psychoanalytic
• B)cognitive
• C)behavioral
• D)humanistic

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Definitions:

Unrealistic Optimism

The belief that positive events are more likely to happen to oneself than to others, often underestimating the likelihood of experiencing negative events.

Self-Serving Bias

A readiness to perceive oneself favorably.

Social-Cognitive Perspective

A psychological perspective focusing on how individuals' knowledge acquisition can be directly related to observing others within the context of social interactions, experiences, and outside media influences.

Spy Missions

Covert operations undertaken by individuals or groups to gather intelligence or achieve specific objectives, often conducted by governmental agencies.