[Solved] The type of lipoprotein associated with "bad" cholesterol and the production of atherosclerotic changes in blood vessels is: A) HDL. B) LDL. C) VHDL. D) none of the above. Self-Verification: A theory proposing that people seek to confirm their self-concept by preferring feedback and situations that are congruent with their existing beliefs about themselves. Self-Esteem: An individual's subjective evaluation of their own worthiness and personal value. Fear of Death: An emotional state characterized by anxiety or dread associated with the awareness of mortality and the inevitable process of dying. Terror Management Theory: A psychological concept proposing that fear of death drives individuals to adopt cultural values and beliefs that provide meaning, purpose, and a sense of immortality.