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Attribution Theory: Definition and Bernard Weiner Theory

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Definition

Attribution theory explores how people interpret events and relate them to their thinking and behavior. It is a cognitive perception that affects their motivation. This theory was first proposed in a book called ‘The Psychology of Interpersonal Relations’ by Fritz Heider in 1958. According to Heider, men behave as amateur scientists in social situations. He believed that behavior is explained in two ways by either attributing the behavior to a person or to a situation. Attribution literally means a grant of responsibility. Lat…

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Attribution Theory: Heider Attribution Theory and Kelly՚s Attribution Theory

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Heider Attribution Theory

According to Heider՚s theory, the attribution is divided into two parts external or internal factors.

  • Internal Attribution: When an internal attribution is made, the cause of the given behavior is within the person, i.e.. the variables that make…

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