Asked by Marina Carosella on Jun 27, 2024
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The self-statement, "This person is probably wishing our meeting was done. I'm a horrible speaker," is an example of a client engaging in a___________ a problem situation.
A) self-defeating thought before
B) self-enhancing thought before
C) self-defeating thought during
D) self-enhancing thought after
Self-defeating Thought
A negative, often irrational belief about oneself that undermines one’s success or happiness by promoting pessimism, self-doubt, or self-sabotage.
Meeting
An assembly of people for a specific purpose, such as discussion or decision-making.
- Understand the concept and examples of self-defeating and self-enhancing thoughts in problem situations.
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Zybrea KnightJul 04, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
This statement is an example of a self-defeating thought that occurs during a situation, as the client is negatively evaluating their speaking abilities in the midst of the meeting.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the concept and examples of self-defeating and self-enhancing thoughts in problem situations.