mastery orientation

an adaptive pattern of achievement behavior in which individuals enjoy and seek challenge, persist in the face of obstacles, and tend to view their failings as due to lack of effort or poor use of strategy rather than to lack of ability.

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Psychology term of the day

January 28th 2025

career workshop

a vocational guidance intervention consisting of a study group in which occupational opportunities and requirements are discussed and explored.