Which quote best illustrates what Seligman means by learned helplessness?
A)"Nothing I do will ever improve my situation."
B)"Everyone can dance well except me."
C)"I can't remember anything good ever happening to me."
D)"Many of the stresses in my life I brought on myself."

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Seligman's concept of learned helplessness posits that individuals learn to believe that their actions cannot bring about positive change or improve their situation. This is represented in the statement "Nothing I do will ever improve my situation."

Which Quote Best Illustrates What Seligman Means by Learned Helplessness