ATTITUDES AND BEHAVIOR CHANGE

Question 1

Theory of Planned Behavior

Answer 1

Extends the Theory of Reasoned Action by including perceived behavioral control, or how easy or difficult one perceives the behavior to be.

Question 2

Cognitive Dissonance Theory

Answer 2

Occurs when people experience discomfort from holding contradictory beliefs or attitudes. They may change their beliefs or justify their behavior to reduce the discomfort.

Question 3

Stages of Change (Transtheoretical Model)

Answer 3

Describes the stages individuals go through when modifying behavior: precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, and relapse.

Question 4

Attitudes vs. Beliefs

Answer 4

Attitudes are learned tendencies to respond positively or negatively to a subject, while beliefs are assumptions or convictions forming the basis for attitudes.

Question 4

Theory of Constructed Emotion

Answer 4

Emotions are not universal but constructed based on physical responses, cultural background, and social context. They are shaped by individual environments and experiences.