A person who believes that his or her behavior has little effect on the environment and who becomes passive and depressed illustrates which perspective on depression?

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Seligman's learned helplessness theory suggests that depression occurs when a person believes they have no control over the outcomes of their actions, leading to passivity and a sense of helplessness. This aligns with the description of a person who feels their behavior has little effect on the environment.

A Person Who Believes That His or Her Behavior Has