Which of the Following Is an Example of a Stressful

question 82

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a stressful situation that involves frustration?

• A)Your parents expect you to get at least a 3.00 GPA this semester.
• B)You want to go to the big game tomorrow, but the game is sold out.
• C)You can't decide which movie to rent for tonight.
• D)You just moved into a different apartment.

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Definitions:

Exploitation

Taking unfair advantage of someone or a situation, often for personal gain, at the expense of others' welfare or rights.

Idealized Self-Image

For normal people, the self-image is an idealized picture of oneself built on a flexible, realistic assessment of one’s abilities. For neurotics, the self-image is based on an inflexible, unrealistic self-appraisal.

Tyranny of the Shoulds

A concept in psychology describing the oppressive burden of impossible expectations and standards one imposes on oneself, often leading to stress and unhappiness.

Jonah Complex

The fear that maximizing our potential will lead to a situation with which we will be unable to cope.