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What is Internal Attribution?

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Internal Attribution refers to the process of assigning the cause of an event or behavior to internal characteristics, such as personality traits or abilities. For example, saying 'I got a bad grade because I'm not smart enough' is an internal attribution.

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What is Self-Fulfilling Prophecy?

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A Self-Fulfilling Prophecy is a belief or expectation that influences a person's behavior in a way that causes the belief to come true. For instance, Jamie's confidence from reminding herself of her accomplishments leads to positive interactions at work.

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What is Media Literacy?

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Media Literacy is the ability to access, analyze, evaluate, and create media in various forms. It involves critiquing and understanding the potential impact of media on society.

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What is Extraversion?

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Extraversion is a personality trait characterized by sociability, talkativeness, and a tendency to seek out social interactions. Individuals high in extraversion enjoy being around others and often seek attention.

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What is Social Comparison?

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Social Comparison is the process of comparing oneself to others to evaluate one's own abilities, achievements, or worth. For example, Maria compares herself to professional speakers, which negatively affects her self-esteem.

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What is Self-Esteem?

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Self-Esteem refers to an individual's overall subjective evaluation of their worth or value. It encompasses beliefs about oneself and emotional states, such as pride or shame.

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What is Self-Enhancement?

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Self-Enhancement is the tendency to view oneself in an overly favorable manner, often leading to inflated self-assessments and positive self-perceptions.

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What is Self-Efficacy?

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Self-Efficacy is the belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task. It influences motivation and behavior in various contexts.

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What is Perception Checking?

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Perception Checking is a communication strategy used to clarify and verify one's understanding of another person's behavior or message, helping to avoid misunderstandings.

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What is the difference between Internal and External Attribution?

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Internal Attribution assigns causes to personal factors (e.g., abilities, traits), while External Attribution assigns causes to situational factors (e.g., environment, luck).