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Depression Quote by Sheena Iyengar

“People who perceive the negative experiences in their lives as the result of uncontrollable forces are at a higher risk for depression than those who believe they have control” quote by Sheena Iyengar
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““People who perceive the negative experiences in their lives as the result of uncontrollable forces are at a higher risk for depression than those who believe they have control””

Sheena Iyengar

About This Quote

Source Research Paper: 2015 Journal of Personality and Social Psychology

Perceived control lowers depression risk compared to fatalism.

In simple terms: Control reduces depressive risk.

Key Takeaway

Foster personal agency.

Themes

mental health control depression

Mood

analytical empathetic

Type

psychological educational

When to use this quote

  • therapy
  • self‑help programs
  • education
  • workplace wellness

Key Concepts

psychology coping mechanisms

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can one build a sense of control?
  • What supports help shift fatalistic views?
A Different Perspective

Control belief may be unrealistic for some.

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