Chronically Lonely People Seem to Have the Same _______ as Chronically

question 81

Multiple Choice

Chronically lonely people seem to have the same _______ as chronically depressed people.

• A)unrealistic vision of the future
• B)need to achieve perfection
• C)illusion of control
• D)negative explanatory style

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Definitions:

Self-handicapping

A cognitive strategy by which people avoid effort in the hopes of keeping potential failure from hurting self-esteem.

Basking In Reflected Glory

A self-enhancement strategy where individuals associate themselves with successful others to improve their own self-esteem.

Self-efficacy

The belief in one's capabilities to organize and execute the courses of action required to manage prospective situations.

Low Standards

Refers to minimal or inferior criteria or expectations in various contexts, including personal, professional, or quality expectations.