Why Is Negative Thought Suppression Ineffective or Counterproductive to Positive

question 52

Multiple Choice

Why is negative thought suppression ineffective or counterproductive to positive outcome?

• A)It calls attention to the negative thought that is trying to be avoided.
• B)It calls attention to the negative thought that is trying to be facilitated.
• C)It calls attention to the positive thought that is trying to be facilitated.
• D)None of the above.

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Definitions:

Vroom's Expectancy Theory

A theory of motivation that suggests an individual's behavior is determined by their expected results or outcomes of actions.

Likelihood

The chance or probability of a specific event occurring within a given context or set of circumstances.

Results

Outcomes or outputs arising from actions, processes, or events, often measured to assess performance or effectiveness.

Efforts

The amount of physical or mental energy put into a task or activity to achieve a goal.