In the Latest Version of Helplessness/hopelessness Theory,depression Results from Inescapable

question 100

Multiple Choice

In the latest version of helplessness/hopelessness theory,depression results from inescapable aversive situations only

• A)when the person believes they can survive the aversive situation.
• B)if the individual already feels depressed.
• C)for individuals who make depressive attributions during or following the aversive situation.
• D)when a family member has a history of depression.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A theory describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, consisting of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Tend-and-Befriend

A theory proposing that in response to stress, humans are biologically predisposed to seek out social contacts and create and maintain interpersonal relationships.

Anger-Management Therapies

Psychological strategies and exercises designed to help individuals control feelings of anger and reduce aggressive reactions.

Threat Appraisal

The process of evaluating the potential harm or danger posed by a specific threat to one's well-being.