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Self-fulfilling prophecy happens when our expectations about another person do not affect their behavior.
Self-fulfilling prophecy happens when our expectations about another person do not affect their behavior.
False
Our perceptions have no impact on reality according to the concept of self-fulfilling prophecy.
Our perceptions have no impact on reality according to the concept of self-fulfilling prophecy.
False
Self-fulfilling prophecy suggests that our expectations can shape someone else's actions.
Self-fulfilling prophecy suggests that our expectations can shape someone else's actions.
True
Self-fulfilling prophecy only works one way, where others' expectations of us do not affect our behavior.
Self-fulfilling prophecy only works one way, where others' expectations of us do not affect our behavior.
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People always act independently of how they are perceived, according to self-fulfilling prophecy.
People always act independently of how they are perceived, according to self-fulfilling prophecy.
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Study Notes
Self-Fulfilling Prophecy
- A self-fulfilling prophecy occurs when our expectations about another person influence their behavior, leading them to act in a way that is consistent with those expectations.
- This phenomenon suggests that our perceptions can shape reality, rather than simply being a passive reflection of it.
- The self-fulfilling prophecy highlights the powerful impact of our expectations and beliefs on the behavior of others.
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Test your knowledge on the phenomenon where our expectations about someone lead them to behave in a way that confirms these expectations. Understand how perceptions can shape reality.
