HOSA Behavioral Health QBank

(Questions & Answers)

The construct of observational learning in Social Cognitive Theory explains that: a.

behavior has to be demonstrated in order to be learned.

b. a one-way mirror should be used to observe behavior in a clinical setting.

c. only simplistic behaviors are learned through observation.

d. behavior is learned by watching other people.behavior is learned by watching other people

The usefulness of the Social Cognitive Theory construct of observational learning is determined

by:

a. the intention of the observer to learn the behavior

b. the reward to be given for learning the behavior

c. the amount of time given the observer to learn the behavior.

d. the extent of attention given to the person modeling the behavior.the extent of attention

given to the person modeling the behavior

In using the Social Cognitive Theory concept of reciprocal determinism to elicit behavior change

you would focus on?

a. the process of determining what should be given in return for adopting a healthy behavior.

b. the relationship between doing the most amount of good with limited resources.

c. the interplay between a behavior, personal factors and the environment.

d. the effect the changed behavior has on the person's perception of self.the interplay between

a behavior, personal factors and the environment

The Social Cognitive Theory concept of reciprocal determinism explains behavior as being the

result of:

a. people in give and take relationships working together.

b. an interaction between people, their environment and their behavior.

c. the back and forth relationships we have with those in our social networks.

d. following individual principles of fairness and reciprocity.an interaction between people, their

environment, and their behavior