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What best describes social support?
What best describes social support?
- The perception of encouragement and support from a social network. (correct)
- Emotional and financial aid provided by family only.
- Unsolicited advice from friends and peers.
- Monetary assistance from community programs.
Which factors are included under the concept of behavioral factors?
Which factors are included under the concept of behavioral factors?
- Actions classified as health-enhancing or health-compromising. (correct)
- Statistical methods for behavior prediction.
- Genetic predispositions affecting lifestyle choices.
- Theories of economic development.
What role does reinforcement play in behavior according to the content?
What role does reinforcement play in behavior according to the content?
- It is irrelevant to the modification of behaviors.
- It primarily benefits physical environment changes.
- It only serves to punish negative behaviors.
- It can increase or decrease behavior through rewards or punishments. (correct)
What is a criticism of Social Cognitive Theory (SCT)?
What is a criticism of Social Cognitive Theory (SCT)?
Which option best describes the barriers and opportunities mentioned?
Which option best describes the barriers and opportunities mentioned?
What is the key principle of Social Learning Theory (SLT)?
What is the key principle of Social Learning Theory (SLT)?
Which of the following constructs is included in Social Cognitive Theory (SCT)?
Which of the following constructs is included in Social Cognitive Theory (SCT)?
Which factor does NOT influence behavior according to the model presented?
Which factor does NOT influence behavior according to the model presented?
What does self-efficacy refer to in the context of SCT?
What does self-efficacy refer to in the context of SCT?
Which of the following best describes observational learning?
Which of the following best describes observational learning?
What do outcome expectations refer to in SCT?
What do outcome expectations refer to in SCT?
Which statement is true regarding normative beliefs?
Which statement is true regarding normative beliefs?
What does knowledge refer to in the context of SCT?
What does knowledge refer to in the context of SCT?
Flashcards
Social Support
Social Support
The perception of encouragement and support a person receives from their social network.
Barriers/Opportunities
Barriers/Opportunities
Attributes of the social or physical environment that make behaviors easier or harder to perform.
Behavioral Skills
Behavioral Skills
The ability to successfully perform a behavior.
Intentions
Intentions
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Reinforcement and Punishment
Reinforcement and Punishment
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Vicarious Learning
Vicarious Learning
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Self-efficacy
Self-efficacy
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Collective Efficacy
Collective Efficacy
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Reciprocal Determinism
Reciprocal Determinism
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Cognitive Factors
Cognitive Factors
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Normative Beliefs
Normative Beliefs
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Environmental Influences
Environmental Influences
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Social Learning
Social Learning
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Study Notes
Social Cognitive Theory (SCT)
- Proposed by Albert Bandura
- Social Learning Theory (SLT) is a key component
- Vicarious learning is a core principle: learning by observing others
Further Developments of SCT
- Over time, SLT expanded to encompass other concepts related to individual-environment interactions
- Key concepts broadened to include: self-efficacy and reciprocal determinism
Key Concepts
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Self-efficacy: A person's belief in their ability to perform a behavior leading to a particular outcome
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Collective efficacy: Belief that a group of individuals can successfully achieve a desired outcome through concerted actions
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Outcome expectations: Judgments about the likely consequences of actions
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Knowledge: Understanding of health risks/benefits, necessary information to perform a behavior
Reciprocal Determinism
- A dynamic interplay among personal factors, behavior, and the environment; all three influence each other
- Personal factors are cognitive components such as beliefs, attitudes, and personal abilities and skills
- Behavioral factors are actions people take
- Environmental factors are physical and social factors
Environmental Influences on Behavior
- Observational learning: Learning by observing the actions of others and their consequences
- Normative beliefs: Cultural norms and social acceptability (or lack thereof) of behaviors
- Social support: The encouragement and assistance received from one's social network
- Barriers/Opportunities: Environmental factors that make behaviors harder or easier to perform
Supporting Behavioral Factors
- Behavioral skills: Abilities needed to successfully perform a behavior
- Intentions: Goals to adopt or change behaviors
- Reinforcement and punishment: Increasing or decreasing behaviors through incentives and consequences
Critique of SCT
- SCT is complex, potentially seen as a collection of concepts rather than a singular, unified theory
- The theory has undergone several evolutions, leading to a broader, but potentially less clear, definition.
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Test your understanding of Social Cognitive Theory (SCT), developed by Albert Bandura. This quiz covers key concepts such as self-efficacy, collective efficacy, and reciprocal determinism, as well as the principles of social learning. Explore how individual-environment interactions shape learning behaviors.
