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Frustration is an emotional experience that arises when individuals face obstacles in achieving their goals, leading to feelings of dissatisfaction and tension. It can stem from various causes such as withholding reinforcement, thwarting, and conflicts between desires, with different types of conflicts affecting decision-making. While often associated with negative emotional reactions, frustration can also foster creativity and personal growth if managed effectively.

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Frustration University Notes

Frustration is an emotional experience that arises when individuals face obstacles in achieving their goals, leading to feelings of dissatisfaction and tension. It can stem from various causes such as withholding reinforcement, thwarting, and conflicts between desires, with different types of conflicts affecting decision-making. While often associated with negative emotional reactions, frustration can also foster creativity and personal growth if managed effectively.

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Frustration - University Exam Notes (10 Marks)

Frustration - University Exam Notes (10 Marks)

Introduction:

Frustration is a common emotional experience in human life. It occurs when a person is trying to reach a goal

or fulfill a desire, but something or someone stops them. This leads to emotional tension, dissatisfaction, and

sometimes anger or sadness. Frustration is a part of daily life, especially in situations where we face failures

or obstacles.

Definition:

Frustration refers to the blocking of goal-directed behavior. When a person wants to achieve something, but

cannot do it due to internal or external barriers, he or she experiences frustration.

Causes of Frustration:

1. Withholding Reinforcement: Expecting reward but not getting it. Example: Studied hard but did not get

good marks.

2. Thwarting: Someone physically or socially stops a person. Example: Wants to play football but coach says

no.

3. Conflict: Person is confused between two or more opposite desires. Example: Study or attend a party.

Types of Conflict:

1. Approach-Approach Conflict:

- Choose between two positive goals.

- Example 1: Friend's party or school picnic.

- Example 2: Two job offers.

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2. Avoidance-Avoidance Conflict:

- Choose between two negative things.

- Example 1: Homework or cleaning room.

- Example 2: Tooth pain or dentist.

3. Approach-Avoidance Conflict:

- One goal has both positive and negative sides.

- Example 1: Stage performance (fame vs fear).

- Example 2: Ice cream (taste vs weight gain).

4. Multiple Approach-Avoidance Conflict:

- Many choices, each with pros and cons.

- Example 1: Choosing a career.

- Example 2: Choosing a college.

Related Emotional Reactions:

1. Restlessness:

- Feeling of no peace.

- Moving or thinking too much.

- Example: Student restless before exam.

2. Aggressiveness:

- Expressing anger through words or actions.

- Types: Verbal, Physical, Passive.

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- Example: Student blames others after failing.

Sources of Frustration:

1. Environmental: External issues like traffic.

2. Personal: Internal like low confidence.

3. Conflicts Among Motives: Two needs clash.

Psychological Effects:

- Anxiety

- Stress

- Irritability

- Depression

- Anger

- Loss of motivation

Positive Side:

Frustration can lead to creativity and growth if managed well.

How to Manage Frustration:

- Stay calm

- Break goals into steps

- Talk to someone

- Rest and sleep

- Manage time

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Example Scenario:

A student wants to watch a movie:

- Motive: Enjoy with friends

- Withheld: No ticket

- Thwarting: No permission

- Conflict: Movie or birthday

- Result: Restlessness and aggression

Conclusion:

Frustration is natural when goals are blocked. It can lead to negative outcomes but can be controlled and

used for personal growth with the right approach.

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