Asked by
Daniel Grays-Yang
on Dec 28, 2024Verified
One key reason that people engage in self-defeating behaviors is because ____.
A) of the "death drive"
B) of a "fear of success"
C) they have faulty knowledge
D) of self-enhancement motivation
Fear Of Success
The apprehension or anxiety some individuals feel about achieving high levels of success, due to potential negative consequences or changes that success might bring.
Faulty Knowledge
Information or understanding that is incorrect or based on errors.
- Attain an understanding of the mechanisms behind self-undermining behaviors and their initiating factors.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Attain an understanding of the mechanisms behind self-undermining behaviors and their initiating factors.
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