In Decision by __________, When the Group Finally Accepts an Idea

question 54

Short Answer

In decision by __________, when the group finally accepts an idea, all others in the group have been bypassed and discarded by simple __________ rather than by critical evaluation.

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Definitions:

Learned Helplessness

A psychological state resulting from enduring repeated aversive stimuli beyond one's control, leading to a decreased ability to influence future outcomes and a sense of powerlessness.

Social Cognitive Theorists

Scholars who focus on understanding how people learn by watching others and how they control their own behavior through self-regulation and self-reflection.

Behavioral Theorists

Researchers focused on investigating how observable behaviors are learned and maintained through interactions with the environment.

Cognitive-behavioral Psychologist

A mental health professional specializing in cognitive-behavioral therapy, focusing on identifying and changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.