PS282 Chapter Notes - Chapter 1: Fundamental Attribution Error, Community Psychology, Social Disorganization Theory
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Context minimization error: ignoring the importance of contexts in an individual"s life. Encapsulating environments in which we live make up the structural forces that shape our lives. Fundamental attribution error (tendency of observers watching an actor to overestimate the importance of actor"s individual characteristics and underestimate importance of situational factors) is similar to context minimization but cm includes contexts/forces that include those beyond the immediate situation. People also influence context (ex citizen efforts to change a neighbourhood lead to improved police coverage) Rappaport"s rule: when everyone agrees with you, worry. Community psychologists see quality of life for individuals, for communities, and for societies as inextricable. Cp concerns the relationships of individuals with communities and societies. By integrating research with action, it seeks to understand and enhance quality of life for individuals, communities, and societies. Core values: individual and family wellness, sense of community, respect for human diversity, social justice, empowerment and citizen participation, collaboration and community strengths, and empirical grounding.
