Jane,a college senior,is mildly depressed.Asked to describe herself,she notes both her positive and negative qualities.She recalls both past successes and failures and takes personal responsibility for both.Jane clearly illustrates the _______________ effect.

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The "sadder-but-wiser" effect is when people who have gone through negative experiences (such as failure or sadness) become more aware of their own abilities and limitations. They take personal responsibility for their actions and are more realistic in their self-assessment, which is illustrated by Jane's description of herself.

Jane,a College Senior,is Mildly Depressed