Questions: John was bullied a lot in grade school. Given this early experience, which of the following behaviors is John MOST likely to exhibit later in life? A self-confidence and resilience (B) anxiety and disorganized thoughts (C) depression and apathy (D) laziness and irresponsibility

The answer is (B) anxiety and disorganized thoughts.

While some individuals may develop resilience as a result of overcoming bullying, it is less common for bullying to directly lead to increased self-confidence. Bullying often undermines self-esteem, making this option less likely.

Bullying can have significant psychological impacts, including increased anxiety and stress. Victims of bullying often experience heightened levels of anxiety and may struggle with disorganized thoughts due to the stress and trauma associated with their experiences.

Depression is a common outcome for individuals who have been bullied, as it can lead to feelings of helplessness and worthlessness. However, the question asks for the behavior John is "MOST likely" to exhibit, and anxiety is often a more immediate and prevalent response to bullying.

These traits are not typically direct outcomes of bullying. While bullying can affect motivation and behavior, labeling these as laziness and irresponsibility does not accurately capture the psychological impact of bullying.