Question

Sheila is nervous in social settings and is concerned that others are evaluating her negatively. she doesn't think others will want to talk to her because she doesn't feel good about herself. when she does interact, she is awkward and occasionally inappropriate. sheila is likely: 1. high in reassurance seeking. 2. chronically shy. 3. low in self-monitoring. 4. situationally shy

Answer 1

The correct answer is 1. high in reassurance seeking

Individuals high in reassurance seeking behavior have an excessive need to feel validated, accepted and receive approval from others. These individuals are highly sensitive to criticism and quite negatively affected by criticism or rejection from others. This in turn causes individuals high in reassurance seeking behavior to avoid social interactions (in order to avoid risking rejection) and be quite awkward when they do occasionally socialize with others.