Michael, an academically gifted teenager, is devastated that he does not have any sporting skills. He dwells on the belief that he has failed terribly and overanalyzes his lack of athletic abilities; he then falls into a deep depression. This outcome is most consistent with

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The self-focusing model suggests that individuals who focus excessively on themselves and their perceived shortcomings can become depressed. Michael's overanalysis of his lack of athletic skills aligns with this model.

Michael, an Academically Gifted Teenager, Is Devastated That He Does