A Trait That Assesses the Extent to Which People's Behaviours

question 17

Multiple Choice

A trait that assesses the extent to which people's behaviours reflect their true feelings and attitudes is called ________.

• A)an excessive characteristic
• B)self-monitoring
• C)a belief
• D)predictive

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanisms

Psychological strategies employed unconsciously to protect oneself from anxiety or to face reality, including denial, repression, and projection.

Pathological Personalities

Patterns of behavior or personality traits that are maladaptive, causing significant distress or impairment in functioning.

Interpersonal Control

The capacity of an individual to influence, manipulate, or control others in social interactions.

Confrontation

In therapeutic contexts, a technique where the therapist challenges a client's beliefs or behaviors to encourage insight and change, done in a supportive manner.