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How does internal locus of control apply to mental health?
It usually leads to better mental health and better coping with stress.
How does external locus of control apply to motivation?
It can lead to learned helplessness and less motivation to change.
Give an example of the mere exposure effect in marketing.
Liking a brand more after seeing its ads repeatedly.
How can self-fulfilling prophecies affect education?
A teacher's expectations can influence student performance positively or negatively.
How can understanding attribution theory help in conflict resolution?
By recognizing biases and considering situational factors, individuals can better understand and resolve conflicts.
How is locus of control related to academic achievement?
Students with an internal locus of control tend to perform better academically because they believe their effort matters.
How can the mere exposure effect be used in advertising?
Repeatedly showing an ad can make people more likely to develop a positive attitude toward the product.
How can self-fulfilling prophecies impact workplace dynamics?
If managers believe in their team's potential, they may foster a more supportive environment, leading to higher performance.
How does social comparison affect consumer behavior?
People often buy products to keep up with social norms or to feel superior to others.
How can attribution theory explain prejudice?
People may attribute negative behaviors of a group to dispositional factors (e.g., laziness) rather than situational factors (e.g., lack of opportunity).
What is the effect of an internal locus of control on coping with stress?
Better coping with stress because individuals take charge and make things happen.
What is the effect of self-fulfilling prophecies on relationships?
Beliefs about a partner can lead to actions that confirm those beliefs, positively or negatively affecting the relationship.
What is the effect of the fundamental attribution error on first impressions?
We tend to make snap judgments about people's character without considering the situation.
What is the effect of relative deprivation on social unrest?
It can lead to feelings of resentment and injustice, potentially causing social unrest.
What are the effects of attribution biases on interpersonal relationships?
Attribution biases can lead to misunderstandings, conflicts, and negative perceptions of others.
What are the effects of an external locus of control on motivation?
An external locus of control can decrease motivation and lead to feelings of helplessness.
What are the effects of social comparison on self-esteem?
Social comparison can either boost or diminish self-esteem depending on the direction and outcome of the comparison.
What are the effects of the mere exposure effect on brand loyalty?
Increased exposure to a brand can lead to greater familiarity and loyalty among consumers.
What are the effects of self-fulfilling prophecies on academic performance?
Positive expectations from teachers can lead to improved student performance, while negative expectations can hinder it.
What are the effects of attribution style on mental health?
Pessimistic attribution styles are associated with increased risk of depression and anxiety.
Define Attribution Theory.
How we explain behavior, both our own and others'.
Define Dispositional Attribution.
Explaining behavior based on a person's character or personality (internal).
Define Situational Attribution.
Explaining behavior based on circumstances or environment (external).
Define Explanatory Style.
Your go-to way of explaining why things happen, especially good and bad events.
Define Actor-Observer Bias.
Blaming our actions on the situation, but blaming others' actions on their personality.
Define Fundamental Attribution Error.
Overemphasizing personality and underemphasizing the situation when explaining others' behavior.
Define Self-Serving Bias.
Taking credit for our successes (internal) and blaming our failures on external factors.
Define Locus of Control.
Belief about whether you control your life or if outside forces do.
Define Internal Locus of Control.
Belief that you control your own destiny.
Define External Locus of Control.
Belief that fate, luck, or other people control your life.
Define Mere Exposure Effect.
The more we're exposed to something, the more we tend to like it.
Define Self-Fulfilling Prophecy.
Your beliefs about someone can lead you to act in ways that make those beliefs come true.
Define Social Comparison.
Evaluating ourselves by comparing ourselves to others.
Define Relative Deprivation.
Feeling deprived of something you think you deserve, often based on social comparisons.