Relationships with Peers Are Often Foremost in 12-Year-Old Jonathan's Mind

question 65

Multiple Choice

Relationships with peers are often foremost in 12-year-old Jonathan's mind and can have a huge impact on his emotional state. For example, when classmates treat him well, he's quite happy and self-assured, but when someone snubs him or makes fun of him, he becomes very depressed and thinks, "No one likes me." Which one of the following concepts related to motivation best explains Jonathan's significant mood swings?

• A) contingent self-worth
• B) self-handicapping
• C) self-actualization
• D) need for achievement

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Definitions:

Cooperation To Hostility

Describes the shift in interaction from collaborative and friendly to antagonistic and confrontational.

Personal Wellness

The holistic balance and well-being of an individual, encompassing physical, mental, and emotional health.

Quality Of Work Life Programs

Initiatives designed to improve the overall work environment, employee satisfaction, and wellbeing.

Career Goals

The set of personal or professional objectives an individual aims to achieve in their career journey, guiding their decisions and actions in the workplace.