Pre Midterm

Question 1

What Theory states that In order for behaviour to change there needs to be a shift in that persons expectations

Answer 1

Role Theory

Question 2

What Theory states that Social behaviour is a result of people following what their role in society is. When in our social roles we are following the social norms that go with that role. Observable social behaviors is people carrying out their roles.

Answer 2

Role theory

Question 3

What theory states Individuals react to environmental stimuli
People are more likely to perform a behaviour if they get something out of it.

Answer 3

Reinforcement Theory

Question 4

What theory states a persons behaviour is created through interactions.

Answer 4

Symbolic interaction Theory

Question 5

What theory states Assumes people are only looking for pleasure/rewards

Answer 5

Reinforcement Theory

Question 6

What theory states Cognitive process intervene b/w external stimuli and behaviour. Cognitive process select action for response after interpreting stimuli

Answer 6

Cognitive Theory

Question 7

What theory states that Internal conflict will happen if someone holds several ideas that are inconsistent

Answer 7

Cognitive Theory

Question 8

What theory states that a change in reinforcement with change behaviour

Answer 8

Reinforcement Theory

Question 9

What theory states we are motivated to plan and preform behaviours that will confirm and reinforce the identities we claim

Answer 9

Identity Control Theory – Burke

Question 10

Components of Brukes identity control theory :

Answer 10

Identify standard- how we think a situation should unfold

Input/perceptions – how one sees self in that situation

Comparator- compares standards and input (am I being undermined—emotional reaction

Output – Recognizes any discrepancy (tries to regain identity