In the context of mental health differences due to locus of control, people higher in internal locus of control experience less:
a. benefit from therapy for addiction.
c. job satisfaction.
b. anxiety and depression.
d. philanthropism.
ANS: B
FEEDBACK: People high in internal control experience less anxiety and depression, are less likely to be lonely or attempt suicide, and find greater meaning in life. People suffering from various kinds of addiction have been found to benefit from therapy when they are able to develop a greater internal locus of control.
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