Interactionist Theory
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- Created on: 15-06-16 18:33
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- Interactionist Theory
- key characteristics
- behaviour is formed when genetically inherited traits are triggered in a certain environment
- combines trait and social learning perspectives
- suggests that behaviour is formed when genetically inherited traits are triggered by an environmental circumstance
- behaviour will change depending on the situation / environment the individuals in
- influence on performance
- can be positive or negative depending on how the person perceives the situation
- if you perceive the opposition to be strong then you will be more competitive and focused - improved performance
- if you perceive the opposition to be weak you may be more relaxed and lack concentration, leading to errors and poor performance
- influence on participation
- if an individual perceives the situation correctly they are more likely to choose the correct behaviour and succeed - increased participation
- if an individual perceives the situation incorrectly they are more likely to choose the incorrect behaviour and fail - decreased participation
- key characteristics
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