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Learned Helplessness
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'Learned Helplessness' explores the concept that individuals can develop a sense of powerlessness and resignation in response to uncontrollable negative events.
Seligman's research demonstrated that animals and humans, when repeatedly exposed to unavoidable aversive stimuli, cease attempting to escape or change their circumstances, even when escape becomes possible.
This learned helplessness can lead to depression, anxiety, and a general lack of motivation.
The book examines the implications of this phenomenon for mental health, education, and societal well-being.
Seligman argues that understanding learned helplessness is crucial for developing effective interventions and fostering resilience in individuals facing adversity.
Ultimately, the book provides insights into how people can overcome feelings of helplessness and regain a sense of control over their lives.
Seligman's research demonstrated that animals and humans, when repeatedly exposed to unavoidable aversive stimuli, cease attempting to escape or change their circumstances, even when escape becomes possible.
This learned helplessness can lead to depression, anxiety, and a general lack of motivation.
The book examines the implications of this phenomenon for mental health, education, and societal well-being.
Seligman argues that understanding learned helplessness is crucial for developing effective interventions and fostering resilience in individuals facing adversity.
Ultimately, the book provides insights into how people can overcome feelings of helplessness and regain a sense of control over their lives.
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