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MCAT Psychological Social Foundations Flashcards: 8a Locus Of Control Agency

Study 8a Locus Of Control Agency in MCAT Psychological Social Foundations with focused flashcards that help you recognize the idea, recall the key rule, and apply it in practice-style prompts.

QUESTION

What is personal agency in psychology?

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ANSWER

Capacity to intentionally influence one's thoughts, behavior, and environment. Core concept in social cognitive theory of self-determination.

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MCAT Psychological Social Foundations: Foundational Concept 8: Self and Social Interaction

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A study examining internal locus of control and stress in 210 college students found that students who endorsed more internal control beliefs were not necessarily exposed to fewer stressors, but they reported more use of problem-solving steps and less avoidance. The researchers interpret this as a difference in perceived agency. Which outcome is most consistent with an external locus of control given these findings?
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