Attribution Theory:
- Definition: Attribution theory explores how individuals attribute causes to events and behaviors, especially in social situations. It looks at how people explain the behavior of themselves and others.
- Example: Understanding whether a person’s success or failure is attributed to internal factors (e.g., abilities, effort) or external factors (e.g., luck, circumstances).
Social Influence:
- Definition: Social influence involves the ways in which individuals are affected by the real or implied presence of others. It includes concepts like conformity, compliance, and obedience.
- Example: Changing one’s behavior or opinions to align with those of a group.
Emotional Intelligence:
- Definition: Emotional intelligence refers to the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one’s own emotions as well as the ability to recognize and influence the emotions of others.
- Example: Empathizing with a friend’s feelings and responding appropriately.
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