Locus of Control Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
What is an Internal LoC?
A
An individual who believes their life is determined by their own decisions and efforts
2
Q
What is an External LoC?
A
An individual who believes their life if determined by fate, luck and other factors
3
Q
What are the characteristics of someone with an External LoC?
A
Will actively seek out information to help them
Less likely to rely on others
More achievement oriented
Can resist pressure from others
4
Q
What is meant by the term “social support”?
A
When there is presence of people who resist pressures to conform or obey, and encourage others to do the same
- breaking the unanimity of the group
