Before the Rise of Social Cognition, the Field of Social

question 15

Multiple Choice

Before the rise of social cognition, the field of social psychology was dominated by ____.

• A)the doctrine of behaviourism
• B)the doctrine of humanism
• C)Freudian theory
• D)neo-Freudian theory

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Definitions:

Behavioral Leadership Theories

These theories suggest that leadership is a result of specific behaviors and actions, rather than inherent traits or characteristics.

Contingency Leadership Theories

Theories suggesting the effectiveness of a leader's style is contingent on the context, including the nature of the task and the characteristics of followers.

Transactional Perspective

A viewpoint emphasizing the exchanges between individuals and their environment, often used in understanding human behavior.

Transformational Perspective

An approach that emphasizes the ongoing, dynamic process of change, innovation, and evolution in organizations, individuals, or societies.