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Discuss the fall of the Soviet Union. When did the Soviet system collapse? What economic, cultural and political factors led to the dissolution of this vast empire?


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Self-handicapping

A cognitive strategy whereby individuals create obstacles and excuses for themselves to avoid self-blame when they do poorly.

Self-handicapping

A cognitive strategy by which people avoid effort in the hopes of keeping potential failure from hurting self-esteem.

Basking In Reflected Glory

A self-enhancement strategy where individuals associate themselves with successful others to improve their own self-esteem.

Self-efficacy

The belief in one's capabilities to organize and execute the courses of action required to manage prospective situations.

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