Asked by Nirti Mahapatra on Jul 09, 2024
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Research demonstrates that, in counterfactual thinking, people engage in far more ____ than ____.
A) upward counterfactual thinking; downward counterfactual thinking
B) downward counterfactual thinking; upward counterfactual thinking
C) counterfactual thinking about past events; counterfactual thinking about future events
D) counterfactual thinking about future events; counterfactual thinking about past events
Upward Counterfactual Thinking
The mental process of comparing current outcomes with more positive, alternative scenarios, often leading to feelings of dissatisfaction or motivation for improvement.
Downward Counterfactual Thinking
The mental process of imagining worse alternatives to events that have already occurred, often leading to feelings of relief or contentment.
- Distinguish between upward and downward counterfactual thinking and their occurrences.
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Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between upward and downward counterfactual thinking and their occurrences.
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