The Tendency to Interpret Ambiguous Interactions with Others as Deliberately

question 84

Multiple Choice

The tendency to interpret ambiguous interactions with others as deliberately antagonistic is called

• A) attention deficit disorder.
• B) negative affectivity.
• C) hostile attributional bias.
• D) oppositional defiant disorder.

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Definitions:

Love Object

An individual who is the focus of another's deep affection or love, often influencing their emotions and behaviors.

Reinforcer

Any stimulus that strengthens or increases the probability of a specific response by providing a consequence an individual finds rewarding.

Psychological Disorders

Mental health conditions characterized by disturbances in behavior, thought, or emotions, leading to significant distress or impairment in functioning.

Adjustment Problems

Difficulties in coping with or adapting to new situations, which may affect emotional and mental health.