Self Efficacy: The Exercise of Control

Albert Bandura

ISBN 10: 0716728508 / ISBN 13: 9780716728504

Published by W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd, 1997

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Self Efficacy: The Exercise of Control
• Publisher: W.H.Freeman & Co Ltd
• Publication Date: 1997
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0716728508
• ISBN 13: 9780716728504
• Binding: Paperback / softback
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The renowned psychologist Albert Bandura's theory is that those with high self-efficacy expectancies (the belief that one can achieve what one sets out to do) are healthier, more effective and generally more successful than those with low self-efficacy expectancies. The author begins with a discussion of theory and method and then examines how belief in one's abilities affects development, mental functioning and health, with examples from the areas of psychopathology, athletics, business and international issues. The book is ideal for upper-level courses in social, developmental, clinical or organizational psychology as well as business, education, counselling and political science.

Synopsis

This volume is the result of over 20 years of psychological research by the author. It argues that those with high self-efficacy expectancies (the belief that one can achieve what one sets out to achieve) are healthier, more effective, and generally more successful than those with low self-efficacy expectancies. After a discussion of what self-efficacy is and where it comes from, the text discusses how belief in one's abilities affects developmental, mental functioning, and health; as well as its applications to the areas of psychopathology, athletics, business, and international issues.