Asked by
Alayna Derricks
on Nov 10, 2024Verified
Compared to those with an external locus of control,people who perceive an internal locus of control are more likely to
A) be shy personalities.
B) suffer high blood pressure.
C) conform to social pressure.
D) cope effectively with stress.
Internal Locus of Control
The belief that individuals can control their own fate and the outcomes of their actions.
External Locus of Control
A belief system where individuals perceive their successes or failures to be a result of external factors or forces beyond their control.
Stress
A reaction of the body and mind to demanding or threatening situations, invoking a physiological and psychological response.
- Contrast the internal versus external locus of control and their respective effects on mental health and behavioral patterns.
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Learning Objectives
- Contrast the internal versus external locus of control and their respective effects on mental health and behavioral patterns.