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Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper analyzing the formation of habits using behavioral and social/cognitive approaches. The word count should not exceed 1450 words or a 10% deduction will be taken. Your paper should cover the following areas:
- Analyze one of your habits. How did you develop this habit? Were there role models for this habit? Which people influenced the adoption of this habit?
- Why do you continue it? Has there been a time when you have attempted to break this habit?
- Use the behavioral personality theory to explain why you have this habit.
- Describe components of social/cognitive theory that explain why the habit formed. Use references and citations to support your assertions.
- Develop a plan that applies operant conditioning to change this habit.
- Between the behavioral and social/cognitive theories, which one do you find best explains your personality?
- Include an introduction and conclusion in your paper.
Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.
Provide 3 to 4 references.
Format any citations in your presentation according to APA guidelines.
| Content
13 points possible |
Points available |
| Analyze one of your habits. How did you develop this habit? Were there role models for this habit? Which people influenced the adoption of this habit? |
2 |
| Why do you continue it? Has there been a time when you have attempted to break this habit? |
2 |
| Describe components of social/cognitive theory that explain why the habit formed? Use references and citations to support your assertions. |
3 |
| Develop a plan that applies operant conditioning to change this habit. |
3 |
| Between the behavioral and social/cognitive theories, which one do you find best explains your personality? |
3 |
| Format
3 points possible |
Points available |
| Follows rules of grammar, usage, and punctuation.
Has a structure that is clear, logical, and easy to follow. Introduction and conclusion in your paper provided. |
