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theory of planned behavior

a model that resembles the theory of reasoned action but also incorporates the construct of perceived behavioral control. Perceived behavioral control is added to attitude toward behavior and subjective norms as the antecedents influencing both the intention to perform a behavior and the performance of the behavior itself. [originally proposed by U.S. social psychologist Icek Ajzen (1942–  )]

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November 15th 2024

spell

spell

n.

1. a hypnotic influence or any influence of one person over another considered similarly powerful and hard to explain.

2. a magical incantation or a curse.

3. a lay term for an episode of a physical or mental disorder.