Albert Bandura's Notion That People Are Affected by Their Environment

question 305

Multiple Choice

Albert Bandura's notion that people are affected by their environment, but can also influence that environment, is known as ________.

• A) self-efficacy
• B) locus of control
• C) phenomenology
• D) reciprocal determinism

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Definitions:

Nonconformity

The refusal to align with established norms, values, or practices of society.

Functionalist Theories

Theories in sociology that view society as a complex system whose parts work together to promote solidarity and stability.

Societal Cohesion

is the bond that unites a society through shared beliefs, values, and practices, fostering a sense of belonging and cooperation among its members.

Deviance

A rephrasing of deviant, it refers to actions or behaviors that violate societal norms and expectations, often resulting in social disapproval.