Motives Can Affect the Direction and Intensity of Behavior

question 162

True/False

Motives can affect the direction and intensity of behavior.

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Definitions:

Controllable Negative Events

Negative occurrences that an individual believes they have the power to influence or change.

Uncontrollable Negative Event

An incident or occurrence that is beyond an individual's control and has a harmful or undesirable impact.

Martin Seligman

A psychologist known for his work on the theory of learned helplessness, as well as being a founder of positive psychology.

Body Dissatisfaction Explanation

The cognitive and emotional discomfort or distress associated with a negative self-evaluation of one's body or appearance.