The belief that the actions of an individual influence the outcomes of the group and that the actions of the group influence the outcomes for the individual. One aspect of a sense of community.
Association with a group based on the belief that the group will meet the needs of its members. One aspect of an individual’s sense of community.
An emotional state which arises in one individual which is based on the circumstances of another individual. An affective response that is appropriate for the circumstances of another.
Empathetic arousal based on an individual seeing someone in a difficult situation, thinking of a similar situation from his or her past, and feeling concern for the person.
A sense of amazement caused by an experience or sensation that is new, different, or unexpected. Wonder is important to an individual’s sense of autonomy.
A theory of personality development used by Bandura to explain the way in which an individual’s cognitive and emotional factors (person component), environmental reinforcers and behaviors come together to create their personality.
An individual’s willingness to maintain focus and engage in sustained efforts to complete a task for the time required to be successful.
The understanding that if an object it is taken away, it continues to exist and is only out of sight.
An individual’s willingness to attempt to reach a goal or master a skill which is at least moderately difficult for them through focused and persistent action.