Locus of Control

Definition

Locus of control refers to the extent to which individuals believe they have control over the events and outcomes in their lives. It is a construct that describes whether someone attributes their successes or failures to internal factors (internal locus of control) or external factors (external locus of control).

Related terms

Self-Efficacy:

Self-efficacy refers to an individual's belief in their ability to succeed in specific situations.

Learned Helplessness:

Learned helplessness is a state where individuals feel powerless to change their circumstances due to repeated exposure to uncontrollable events.

Attribution Theory:

Attribution theory explores how individuals explain the causes behind their own behavior and the behavior of others.