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Peer reviewedGentile, J. Ronald; Monaco, Nanci M. – Journal of Mathematical Behavior, 1986
The range of problems associated with learned helplessness in mathematics is introduced through three hypothetical case studies. Then the basic theory of, the evidence for, and variables affecting learned helplessness are described. Issues of cure and prevention are discussed, and some suggestions are offered for teachers. (MNS)
Descriptors: Educational Theories, Elementary Secondary Education, Helplessness, Mathematics Anxiety
Peer reviewedBalk, David – Journal of School Health, 1983
The author reviews literature on childrens' reactions to perceived failure and offers "learned helplessness" as a model to explain why a child who makes a mistake gives up. Suggestions for preventing these reactions are given. (Author/JMK)
Descriptors: Elementary Secondary Education, Failure, Helplessness, Psychological Patterns
Barko, Naomi – Innovation Abstracts, 1983
Researchers are finding that high demands plus low control over how the job is done make a job stressful. According to Professor Robert Karasek of Columbia University, the statistics on heart disease and high blood pressure prove that nonprofessional workers such as typists are under more stress than professional workers such as teachers. Dr.…
Descriptors: Anxiety, Clerical Occupations, Emotional Problems, Females
