Manuel had a personality conflict with his math teacher. No matter how hard he tried to get along, the teacher seemed to single him out. Eventually Manuel just quit trying to get along. He knew it would never help and he just didn't see the point anymore. Manuel's feelings are best described as an example of ________.

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Manuel's resignation to the situation and lack of effort despite repeated attempts to get along with the teacher is indicative of learned helplessness, a phenomenon in which the individual feels helpless to change their circumstances and gives up trying as a result of past experiences of failure or lack of control.

Manuel Had a Personality Conflict with His Math Teacher