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self-worth

Links self-worth to achievement, as seen in Julie's pursuit of getting into Harvard.

Julie: symptom

Stomachaches and insomnia as manifestations of stress show through GI trouble and sleep loss.

Frank: job reason

Works to support his family’s financial future.

Frank: social consequence

Has no social life due to a schedule that leaves no time.

Audrey: robot

Mechanically pursues grades without feeling emotion, exhibiting detached perfectionism.

Audrey: 98% reaction

Crying privately and feeling like a failure, showcasing the intense reaction of perfectionism.

Sam: immediate reaction

Experiences an acute burnout outburst, exemplified by screaming in class about the workload.

Sam: long term

Disengages from the college-admissions system as a response to burnout.

Pete: alienation

Resists 'resume-padding' while peers chase it, indicating a value conflict.

Pete: confidence

Struggles with traditional metrics of success like AP scores, where curiosity does not match metrics.

Taylor: coping

Engages in risky behaviors such as drinking and promiscuity as coping mechanisms.

Taylor: dual identity

Maintains a perfect public persona while harboring a troubled private self.

C.J.: injury crisis

Ties his future plans to athletic performance, making injury a threat to his identity.

C.J.: academic consequence

Neglects coursework due to training, leading to constant anxiety.