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According to the theory known as _____, when faced with a painful situation from which there is no escape, people enter a state of helplessness and resignation. a. autonomic resignation b. helpless resignation c. resigned helplessness d. learned helplessness

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   According to the theory known as _____, when faced with a painful situation from which there is no escape, people enter a state of helplessness and resignation.
a. autonomic resignation
b. helpless resignation
c. resigned helplessness
d. learned helplessness

Psychology in Action

Karen Huffman,… 12th Edition

Chapter 14, Problem 4

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Learned Helplessness

Learned helplessness is a psychological theory that explains how individuals exposed to uncontrollable and adverse events may learn to believe that they have no power to change their circumstances. This belief of powerlessness can lead to passivity and resignation, even when opportunities for escape or change exist, and is often used to understand conditions like depression and reduced motivation.

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