According to Statistics Compiled by the Texas Department of Criminal

question 45

Multiple Choice

According to statistics compiled by the Texas Department of Criminal Justice, two characteristics shared by inmates in state prisons are

• A) illiteracy and mental retardation.
• B) poor education levels and substance abuse.
• C) mental retardation and having been abused as a child.
• D) having been abused as a child and illiteracy.

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Definitions:

Self-Discrepancy Theory

A theory that describes how differences between one’s actual self, ideal self, and ought self can affect emotional states.

Self-Guides

Refers to internal ideals and standards that people use to guide their behavior and evaluate their own performance and identity.

Ideal Self

The concept representing the person one aspires to be, emphasizing personal goals and desired traits.

Self-Discrepancy Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that discrepancies between an individual’s actual self, ideal self, and ought self can lead to emotional discomfort.