Question

3. A key proposition of social-cognitive theory is that a higher sense of self-efficacy enhances a person's ability to achieve their goals. When might this idea NOT translate into practice? Can you think of an example? How does this suggest limitations of this perspective?

Answer 1

Answer: The Self-efficacy Theory is how people have the capacity to believe in yourselves.

For this theory we can think that is perfect to always believe in your capacity, and how to think in this positive way can help people, which is true, even have in mind that positive thoughts helps, in some situations are difficult believe in your own capacity.

For example, if you are confident that are going to pass a job interview and did not pass, it may affect your positive view of yourself in the next interview.

Humans are not capable of control 100% of our thoughts, and because of that is so challenging.