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Locus of Control Flashcards

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What is an Internal LoC?

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An individual who believes their life is determined by their own decisions and efforts

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What is an External LoC?

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An individual who believes their life if determined by fate, luck and other factors

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What is meant by the term “social support”?

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When there is presence of people who resist pressures to conform or obey, and encourage others to do the same

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