Theories of Behaviour Change Flashcards
What is a theory?
A type of model. Designed to explain lots of info in a snapshot way with key points
What is an iconic model
2/3 dimensional representing what they are concerned with like printers image on computer
What is an Analogue model
Graphs or charts depicting information to explain
What is a Conceptional model
Showing concepts related
What are behavioural change theories
Explain human behaviour
What does ontological mean
about what things are made of
What is Behaviourism
Also known as learning theory. Only accounts for behaviour and not mental states
Who were early influences of Behaviourism
Watson, Skinner, Pavlov
Explain simply the belief of behaviourism
Stimulus-Learning-Response-Consequences
Who influenced Cognitive Behaviourism
Donald Meichenbaum
What is Cognitive Behaviourism
Stimulus and Response is still important but cognition is the crucial mediator for behaviour
So what is the headline of Cognitive Behaviourism
Cognitions determine behaviour and cognitions can be changed
Explain Social Cognitive Theory
Behaviour is learnt via social influences
What are the 4 pillars of SGT
Outcome expectancy
Outcome value
Intention
Self-efficacy expectancy
What are the assumptions of SGT
People have symbolizing capabilities. Behaviour is purposeful or goal-driven. People are self-reflective. People can self-regulate. Environment impacts behaviour.
