Sam believes that a considerable amount of interesting human behavior is explained by our denial of the reality of our mortality and eventual annihilation. Sam subscribes to ________ theory.

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Sam's belief aligns with the terror management theory, which proposes that humans have a natural fear of death and that this fear motivates many of our behaviors, including our need for self-esteem, cultural beliefs, and other defense mechanisms that help us cope with the reality of our mortality.

Sam Believes That a Considerable Amount of Interesting Human Behavior