Asked by Leslie Becerra-Turner on May 25, 2024
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Arthur never goes to church, and therefore knows that he is not interested in religion. This is an example of the logic underlying:
A) belief in a just world.
B) emotional lability.
C) cognitive dissonance.
D) self-perception theory.
Self-Perception Theory
Self-Perception Theory suggests that individuals develop their attitudes and feelings by observing their own behavior and concluding what attitudes must have caused them.
Emotional Lability
Emotional lability refers to rapid, often exaggerated changes in mood, where emotions fluctuate more frequently and intensely than what is considered typical.
Cognitive Dissonance
A psychological theory which posits that individuals experience discomfort and distress when holding two or more conflicting cognitions, leading them to seek consistency.
- Recognize the impact of self-perception on attribution processes.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the impact of self-perception on attribution processes.
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