NUTR 3070 Lecture Notes - Social Learning Theory, Cognitive Psychology, Social Cognitive Theory

• School: University of Guelph
• Department: Nutrition
• Course: NUTR 3070
• Professor: John Dwyer

Document Summary

First known as social learning theory: learning from influence of others. Integrated concepts from other disciplines reciprocal determinism/triadic reciprocity. Environmental factors influence individuals and groups, but individuals and groups can also influence their environments and regulate their own behaviour: personal, environment, behaviour. Psychological determinants of behaviour: outcome expectations = belief about likelihood and value of consequences of behavioural choices, belief that physical activity will reduce risk of disease and value health. Self-efficacy = beliefs about personal ability to perform behaviours that bring desired outcomes versus barriers of self-efficacy. Collective efficacy = beliefs about ability of a group to perform concerted actions that bring desired outcomes. Learning to perform new behaviours by exposure to interpersonal or media displays of them. Incentive motivation = use and misuse of regards and punishments to modify behaviour. Facilitation = providing tools, resources, or environmental changes that make new behaviours easier to perform.