Katy may develop depression if she continues to make attributions like which of the following?
A) I am never going to make it through this course because it is too early in the morning and I'm having trouble getting up.
B) I am never going to make it through this course because I'm stupid and I just can't learn the material.
C) I am never going to make it through this course because the professor is unfair.
D) I am never going to make it through this course because I just don't feel like studying lately.

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This attribution demonstrates a belief that personal characteristics, such as intelligence, are fixed and cannot be changed. This type of thinking can lead to feelings of helplessness and hopelessness, which are linked to depression.

Katy May Develop Depression If She Continues to Make Attributions