Which of the following BEST describes the concept of interactionism?
A) Personality is a combination of our thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
B) Traits and situations only affect thoughts.
C) Traits, situations, and their interactions affect thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
D) Only the interactions of traits and situations affect thoughts, feelings, and behavior.

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Interactionism emphasizes that both individual traits and environmental factors (situations) interact to influence our thoughts, feelings, and behavior. In other words, both nature and nurture have an impact on our personality and behavior. Option A is not as comprehensive as it does not consider the role of environmental factors. Option B is incorrect as traits and situations can also affect behavior, not just thoughts. Option D is not accurate as traits and situations can also influence emotions.

Which of the Following BEST Describes the Concept of Interactionism