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Chapter 5 - Attitudes
Social Psychology
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Sociology
Undergraduate 3
01/29/2014

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Attitude
Definition
A predisposition to respond to a particular object in a generally favorable or unfavorable way.
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Balance theory
Definition
A theory concerning the determinants of consistency in three-element cognitive systems.
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Cognitions
Definition
An element of cognitive structure. Cognitions include attitudes, beliefs, and perception of behavior.
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Cognitive dissonance
Definition
A state of psychological tension induced by dissonant relationships between cognitive elements
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Correspondence
Definition
The degree to which the action, context, target, and time in a measure of attitude is the same as those in a measure of behavior.
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Perceived behavioral control
Definition
The tendency of our behavior to be influenced not only by intentions but also by whether we are able to carry out those intentions
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Prejudice
Definition
A strong like or dislike for members of a specific group
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Situational constraint
Definition
An influence on behavior due to the likelihood that other persons will learn about that behavior and respond positively or negatively to it
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Theory of cognitive dissonance
Definition
A theory concerning the sources and effects of inconsistency in cognitive systems with two or more elements
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Theory of reasoned action
Definition
The theory that behavior is determined by behavioral intention, which in turn is determined by both attitude and subjective norm.
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