Social-Cognitive Perspective
The Social-Cognitive theory looks at personality through research on social behaviors, cognition, and learning. It is based on the idea of reciprocal determinism, which is our natural interaction with our environment.
Consequently, the three main factors are:
(1) Thoughts
(2) Environment
(3) Behaviors
Consequently, the three main factors are:
(1) Thoughts
(2) Environment
(3) Behaviors
Another big idea of the Social-Cognitive theory is that of locus of control:
External vs. Internal: If one is said to have an external locus of control, they feel that they do not have control, or that their life is already pre-planned. On the other hand, if one is said to have an internal locus of control, they would feel as if they were in control of their own destiny. It has been proven that those with internal loci of control are healthier, happier people. Which are you? Try this test.
External vs. Internal: If one is said to have an external locus of control, they feel that they do not have control, or that their life is already pre-planned. On the other hand, if one is said to have an internal locus of control, they would feel as if they were in control of their own destiny. It has been proven that those with internal loci of control are healthier, happier people. Which are you? Try this test.