The Tendency to View One's Own Group as the Standard

question 10

Short Answer

The tendency to view one's own group as the standard against which all others are judged is described as ________.

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Definitions:

Upward Counterfactual

Imagining a better outcome than what actually occurred, often leading to feelings of dissatisfaction or motivation for improvement.

Downward Counterfactual

Thought processes where individuals imagine worse alternatives to events that have occurred, often leading to feelings of relief or contentment.

Stable Internal

Refers to internal, enduring attributes or traits of a person that are consistent across different situations and over time.

Unstable External

Contexts or environments that are unpredictable and change frequently, affecting behavior or performance.