The sense of hopelessness and resignation learned when a human or animal perceives no control over repeated negative events is called
A)depression.
B)low self-esteem.
C)learned hopelessness.
D)learned helplessness.

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Learned helplessness is the sense of hopelessness and resignation that results when an organism is repeatedly exposed to negative events that it perceives it has no control over. This can lead to a lack of motivation to even try to escape or avoid negative situations in the future.

The Sense of Hopelessness and Resignation Learned When a Human