ch 6 Flashcards
cause of behavior unlikely to change over time
stable attributions.
cause of behavior is variable, or subject to change
unstable attribution.
This dimension simply considers whether or not the individual has any control over the behavior.
controllable vs uncontrollable.
refers to the tendency to use similar causal attributions for a wide variety of events in one’s life.
Explanatory style.
setbacks attributed to external, unstable, specific factors
optimistic explanatory style.
setbacks attributed to internal, stable, global factors
pessimistic explanatory style.
desire for truthful info about oneself.
self assessment.
preference for feedback that matches our self
self verification.
looking to successful others in order to improve ourselves.
self improvement.
desire to seek positive (and reject negative) info about oneself.
self enhancement.
a defensive tendency to compare oneself with someone whose troubles are more seri- ous than one’s own.
downward social comparison.
what downward social comparisons are associated with?
increasing mood and self esteem.
the tendency to enhance one’s image by publicly announcing one’s association with those who are successful.
basking in reflected glory.
the tendency to sabotage one’s performance to provide an excuse for possible failure
self handicapping.
process of directing and controlling one’s behavior to achieve goals.
self regulation.
