Cognitive Appraisal of the Individual Is a Major Factor of Whether

question 17

Multiple Choice

Cognitive appraisal of the individual is a major factor of whether a slip or lapse inevitably leads to relapse. It has been found that relapse occurred more for:

• A)Persons who attributed their lapses to external factors
• B)Persons who attributed their lapses to internal factors
• C)Persons who attributed their lapses to both external and internal factors
• D)None of the above

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Definitions:

Generativity

Erikson’s term for concern of mature adults for finding meaning through contributing to society and leaving a legacy for future generations.

Creativity

The ability to produce original and valuable ideas or things.

Virtue

A trait or quality deemed to be morally good and valued as a foundation of good moral being.

Adulthood

A life stage characterized by full physical development, legal responsibility for oneself, and typically involving greater social and economic independence.