10 Questions
What is the False uniqueness effect?
Overestimating the commonality of one’s abilities and behaviors
How does self-handicapping protect self-esteem according to the text?
By creating handy excuses for potential failure
What behavior exemplifies self-handicapping according to the text?
Giving opponents an advantage
What is impression management in relation to self-presentation?
Presenting a desired image to both external and internal audiences
Which term describes the act of expressing oneself and behaving to create a favorable impression?
Impression management
How do people manage their self-image using handicaps according to the text?
By creating handy excuses for potential failures
What could be a reason for someone not trying as hard as they could during a tough task?
Fear of failure and perfectionism
Why do people engage in self-handicapping behaviors according to the text?
To avoid attributing failures to lack of talent or ability
Which statement best describes the False consensus effect as discussed in the text?
Overestimating the commonality of one’s abilities and behaviors.
What is the primary purpose of impression management as mentioned in the text?
To present a favorable image both to others and oneself.
Test your knowledge on coping mechanisms like rationalizing, discounting, forgiving, and managing emotional trauma according to Wilson & Gilbert (2003). Explore how people adapt to disabilities, breakups, exam failures, layoffs, and defeats with these mechanisms.
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