Attribution Theory

Question 1

Attribution

Answer 1

A perception of the reason for an outcome of an event

Question 2

Classified by Werner 1974

2 sections

Answer 2

The Locus of Causality

The Stability Dimension

Question 3

The Locus of Causality

Answer 3

Is it in the control of the performer (internal) or out of their control (external)
Internal attribute- within performers control eg- effort
External attribute- outside of performers control eg- referee

Question 4

The Stability Dimension

Answer 4

Is it a permanent or changeable reason
Unstable attribute- can change in a short amount of time
Stable attribute- unlikely to change in a short amount of time

Question 5

Self serving bias

Answer 5

Using external and/or unstable reasons for losing
Promotes self esteem
When you win it’s you
When you lose it’s because of external reason

Question 6

Learned helplessness

Answer 6

Using internal stable reasons for losing
Lowers confidence and motivation
Stopped by attributing success to internal factors
Can be specific

Question 7

Attribution Retraining

Answer 7

Changing reasons given for success or failure
Change perceptions using Weiner
Change internal stable attribution to external unstable
Promotes self esteem
Set realistic performance goals
Highlight previous success
Positive reinforcement