KIN 231 Study Guide - Goal Orientation, Social Rejection, Trait Theory
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People have certain traits that influence behaviour: researchers look for clusters of correlated behaviours, thoughts, emotions > specific trait i. e. extraversion, tend to seek out social stimulation, engage with others, high energy and positivity. Identifying dysfunctional thoughts and by learning to think differently about their experiences, people can feel differently about these experiences, and in turn, behave differently: automatic thought processes (saying i messed up again ), cognitive errors (personalization of negative events, all or none thinking)and core beliefs (e. g. low self esteem) can be altered. Combines cognitive and behavioural principles: thoughts can lead to behaviours but also what we do affects how we feel and, cbt helps people to learn new behaviours and new ways of coping with events, often involving the learning of particular skills, build in rewards and social reinforcement to help maintain and increase think. behaviour.
