A Causal Attribution Is

question 94

Multiple Choice

A causal attribution is:

• A) the explanation that people use for what caused a particular event or behavior.
• B) a tendency to explain events in terms of the results, rather than effects.
• C) the tendency to explain other people's behavior in terms of dispositional, rather than situational, factors.
• D) the tendency to explain other people's behavior in terms of situational, rather than dispositional, factors.

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Definitions:

Self-Image

One's perception or mental image of oneself, which can influence confidence, behavior, and social interactions.

Conditional Positive Regard

A concept in psychology where acceptance and love are contingent upon a person's behavior meeting certain conditions or standards.

Positive Self-Talk

A popular method of building self-esteem by thinking and speaking positively about yourself.

Subconscious Mind

The part of the mind that operates below the level of conscious awareness, influencing thoughts, feelings, and actions.