The Tendency to Be Rigid in How One Thinks About

question 24

Multiple Choice

The tendency to be rigid in how one thinks about an object's function is called

• A)mental stickiness.
• B)functional fixedness.
• C)functional narrowness.
• D)narrow focus.

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Definitions:

Well-Being

A general term referring to an individual's overall health, happiness, and prosperity, which encompasses physical, mental, and emotional aspects.

Substance

Material with physical presence; often refers to substances of matter in various forms or to drugs and alcohol when discussing abuse or dependency.

Endorphins

Natural pain-relieving and happiness-promoting chemicals produced by the body, often released during exercise, excitement, pain, and sexual activity.

Maladaptive Coping

Maladaptive coping refers to ineffective strategies individuals might use to handle stress or difficult emotions, sometimes exacerbating the problem.