Reciprocal Determinism
Definition
Reciprocal determinism is the idea in psychology that an individual's behavior influences and is influenced by personal factors and the social environment.
Theoretical Perspectives
Reciprocal determinism is a concept from social-cognitive theory, posited by Albert Bandura, which suggests that an individual's behavior both influences and is influenced by personal factors and the social environment.Study And Research Findings
Study and Research FindingsRelated terms
Self-efficacy: This refers to one’s belief in their ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish tasks. It's like having faith in yourself that you can finish a marathon race.
Behavioral Genetics: The study of genetic and environmental influences on behaviors. It’s akin to investigating why twins might have similar tastes in music – is it because they share genes or because they grew up together?
Environmental Psychology: The field of psychology that studies how humans are affected by their environments (both physical and social). It's like analyzing why you might feel more relaxed in a quiet park than in a noisy city center.
"Reciprocal Determinism" appears in:
Study guides (2)
AP Psychology - 7.5 Introduction to Personality
AP Psychology - 7.7 Behaviorism and Social Cognitive Theories of Personality
Practice Questions (5)
What does reciprocal determinism say about how our personalities are influenced?
Who proposed the concept of reciprocal determinism, suggesting that a person's personality can change based on their environment or the people they interact with?
Considering the concept of reciprocal determinism, how might an innovative approach integrate it into a research design studying influence between teenage peer pressure and personal values?
What does Albert Bandura mean by "reciprocal determinism"?
How does Albert Bandura's concept of reciprocal determinism differ from traditional behavioral theories?
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