Attribution

Question 1

Attribution

Answer 1

Explanation for what happened, especially after failure. Subjective, but feel like truth. Different styles/dimensions

Question 2

Dimension of stability

Answer 2

Determines future expectations. If cause of success or failure is stable, expectations will be the same in the future

Question 3

Dimension of locus of control

Answer 3

Determines affect. If person considers self as responsible for succes/failure, strong affect occurs. If it’s externally attributed, less intense affect

Question 4

Bias and training

Answer 4

Self-serving bias is not optimal even if it lowers affect. You don’t learn from mistakes.

In training, focus is on;
Shifting pessimistic to optimistic style
Setting realistic expectations
Goal setting etc.