What Are Some Critiques of Differential Association and Social Learning

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Essay

What are some critiques of differential association and social learning theories?

Identify and describe expectancy effects and self-fulfilling prophecies.

Comprehend the role of convergent validation in personality judgment.

Understand how judgments affect individuals' perceptions and behaviors.

Grasp the importance and application of predictive validity in personality judgments.

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Definitions:

Paranoid Disorder

A mental health condition characterized by persistent, irrational feelings of suspicion and mistrust towards others, without sufficient basis.

Dissociative Disorder

A mental health condition involving a disconnection and lack of continuity between thoughts, memories, surroundings, actions, and identity.

Cognitive Confusion

A state of disorientation and mental uncertainty that affects an individual's ability to think clearly, often characterized by difficulty in understanding, decision making, and remembering.

Deviance

Behavior or characteristics that violate social norms or expectations, often leading to social disapproval or sanction.