The so-called "fear of success" theory-the idea that many people fear being too successful at work lest they turn off potential romantic partners-____.
A) has generally been discredited
B) has been proposed as an explanation for self-handicapping
C) has been supported in research with younger women (those born after 1970), but not supported in research with older women (those born before 1970)
D) has been supported in research with older women (those born before 1970), but not supported in research with younger women (those born after 1970)

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The "fear of success" theory has generally been discredited as it lacks substantial empirical support and is not widely accepted in contemporary psychological research.

The So-Called "Fear of Success" Theory-The Idea That Many People