Vanessa Is a Mildly Depressed College Student

question 127

Multiple Choice

Vanessa is a mildly depressed college student.Considering the research findings presented in the text on depression,she probably

• A)suffers from the better-than-average phenomenon.
• B)assumes that her behavior is well accepted by others.
• C)demonstrates the sadder-but-wiser effect.
• D)is below average in intelligence.

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Definitions:

Sensory Sensitivity

An increased or heightened response to sensory stimuli, such as sounds, lights, or textures, which can be overwhelming or uncomfortable.

Theory Of Mind

The ability to attribute mental states—beliefs, intents, desires, emotions, knowledge—to oneself and others and to understand that others have beliefs, desires, and intentions that are different from one's own.

Cognitive Flexibility

The mental ability to switch between thinking about two different concepts, and to think about multiple concepts simultaneously.

False Beliefs

Incorrect or unfounded convictions held despite contrary evidence.