2.1.2. Attitudes Flashcards

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Definition of attitudes

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A predisposition to act in a particular way towards something or someone in a person’s environment

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2
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Unstable beliefs:

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can be changed and controlled

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3
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feelings and actions

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an enduring emotional and behavioural response

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4
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attitude object

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can be places, situations and behaviour of other people

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What are the factors affecting attitude formation?

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  • socialisation
  • past experiences
  • religious beliefs
  • media
  • significant others/ role models
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How does socialisation affect attitude?

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friends playing sport may influence you to play sport

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How do past experiences affect attitude?

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negative experiences in P.E. lessons may discourage from playing sport

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How do religious beliefs affect attitude?

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against Muslim religion for women to show skin in public places

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How does the media affect attitude formation?

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newspaper articles on benefits of exercise can lead to positive attitudes

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How do significant others affect attitude formation?

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parents who take part in physical activity should encourage children to do so

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What are the components of at the attitude triadic model?

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  • cognitive
  • affective
  • behavioural
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What is cognitive?

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beliefs towards an attitude object
e.g. running is good for your health

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What is affective?

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emotions/ feelings towards an attitude/ object
e.g. I enjoy running

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What is behavioural?

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attitudes towards an attitude object
e.g. I run 3 times a week

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What is cognitive dissonance?

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The process of creating disharmony between the components of attitude

Change two or more components of attitude

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16
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What does cognitive dissonance cause?

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Drive to remove disharmony and regain consonance

17
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What is persuasive communication?

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This is an active, non-coercive attempt to reinforce, modify or change attitude of others.

18
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Who influences persuasive communication?

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a significant other/ role model e.g. coach or captain

19
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What does persuasive communication do?

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Provide a relevant message e.g. going to spin class will help lose weight

20
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Who receives info in persuasive communication?

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To a recipient who must have a desire to change attitude