____ occurs when people shift their own mental scale and change the baseline for comparisons of their own circumstances with those of other people.
A) Codependency
B) Empiricism
C) Subjectivism
D) Hedonic adaptation

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Hedonic adaptation occurs when people become accustomed to their current level of happiness or well-being, and need to experience even higher levels in order to feel satisfied. This can lead to a shifting of the baseline for comparison with others, as people may start to compare themselves to those who are even better off, rather than those who are worse off.

____ Occurs When People Shift Their Own Mental Scale and Change