This video lecture provides an in-depth explanation of attribution theory in social psychology. It defines attribution as the cognitive process of inferring the causes of behaviors and events, and discusses its importance in controlling and predicting social interactions, influencing feelings, attitudes, and behaviors. The lecture covers two main dimensions of causal attribution: locus of control (internal vs. external) and stability (stable vs. unstable), and introduces Kelley's model of covariation which uses consensus, consistency, and distinctiveness to determine attributions. It also delves into common attribution errors, such as the Fundamental Attribution Error (FAE) and self-serving bias, exploring their causes and consequences, and concludes by examining how attributions impact romantic relationships.
This video lecture provides an in-depth explanation of attribution theory in social psychology. It defines attribution as the cognitive process of inferring the causes of behaviors and events, and discusses its importance in controlling and predicting social interactions, influencing feelings, attitudes, and behaviors. The lecture covers two main dimensions of causal attribution: locus of control (internal vs. external) and stability (stable vs. unstable), and introduces Kelley's model of covariation which uses consensus, consistency, and distinctiveness to determine attributions. It also delves into common attribution errors, such as the Fundamental Attribution Error (FAE) and self-serving bias, exploring their causes and consequences, and concludes by examining how attributions impact romantic relationships.
