Imagine That You Are Saying These Messages to Yourself: "Oh

question 10

Multiple Choice

Imagine that you are saying these messages to yourself: "Oh, I have that interpersonal test in the morning. I really haven't studied, so maybe I'll skip it. But maybe I won't be able to take a make-up test. I'd better go after all and take my chances." This is an example of which aspect of self-perception?

• A) self-monitoring
• B) self-talk
• C) impression formation
• D) situational attribution

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Definitions:

Approach-Avoidance Conflict

A psychological conflict occurring when a goal is both attractive and undesirable at the same time, creating internal emotional tension.

Avoidance-Avoidance Conflict

A psychological conflict that arises when an individual must choose between two undesirable outcomes.

Approach-Approach Conflict

A decision-making dilemma involving the need to choose between two desirable goals.

Psychological Factors

Elements associated with the mind or mental processes that can influence behavior and well-being.