Asked by Alfred Bassaw on May 11, 2024
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While watching the evening news you see a story about domestic abuse and wonder "Why would anyone stay in a relationship where they are being abused?" According to Seligman, one factor that may contribute to victim's staying in abusive relationships is __________
A) observational learning.
B) learned helplessness.
C) conditioned emotional response.
D) instinctive drift.
Learned Helplessness
A condition in which a person suffers from a sense of powerlessness, arising from a traumatic event or persistent failure to succeed, leading to decreased motivation and performance.
Domestic Abuse
A pattern of behavior in any relationship that is used to gain or maintain power and control over an intimate partner.
- Gain an understanding of the principle and implications associated with learned helplessness.
Verified Answer
JB
Julia BotoglouMay 15, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Seligman's theory of learned helplessness suggests that victims of domestic abuse may feel a sense of powerlessness and lack of control over their situation, leading them to believe that they cannot escape or change their circumstances. This learned helplessness may contribute to their decision to stay in the abusive relationship.
Learning Objectives
- Gain an understanding of the principle and implications associated with learned helplessness.
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