According to Higgins' ___________ theory, problems occur when representations from different viewpoints or from different domains are inconsistent.

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Higgins' self-discrepancy theory posits that psychological distress or problems arise when there is a discrepancy between an individual's actual self (attributes one believes one actually possesses), ideal self (attributes one would ideally like to possess), and ought self (attributes one believes one should possess). This theory emphasizes the discomfort and issues that emerge from inconsistencies among these self-representations.

According to Higgins' ___________ Theory, Problems Occur When Representations from Different