John Has Been Having Difficulties Getting Out of Bed,and Is

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Multiple Choice

John has been having difficulties getting out of bed,and is not interested in going out with friends or even answering the phone.He has let a number of bills go unpaid,he is sleeping 12 to 14 hours a day,and he cannot concentrate at work.He has called in sick to work at least once each week.John is most likely suffering from

• A) disruptive mood dysregulation disorder.
• B) learned helplessness.
• C) major depressive disorder.
• D) bipolar disorder.

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Definitions:

Proprium

Proposed by Gordon Allport, it refers to all aspects of a person's self that make for unity and consistency over time.

Development Stages

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Pessimistic View

A tendency to see the worst aspect of things or believe that the worst will happen, often affecting one's mentality and actions.

Finding Their Identity

The process of exploring and deciding on one's own beliefs, values, and personal attributes, often considered a key phase in adolescent development.