__________ refers to the tendency to remain in a punishing situation because of a history of repeated failures to escape the situation in the past.

A) Learned helplessness
B) Hopelessness
C) Rumination
D) Vulnerability

A) Learned helplessness

Psychology

You might also like to view...

Which of the following is NOT an alternative explanation for the pattern of sex differences in mate selection proposed by evolutionary theory?

a. In many cultures, women have less power and wealth, so they choose a mate who can provide that for them. b. Men prefer a certain "look" in a mate because the culture has taught them what to prefer. c. Women are more selective when choosing a mate because they are "pursued" rather than being the "pursuer." d. Men prefer more attractive mates because having a good-looking mate confers status within the social group.

Psychology

C. Car accidents were the leading cause of injury-related death in the United States for many years, but drug overdoses have now overtaken them.

A. .02 B. .05 C. .07 D. .10

Psychology