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Appropriateness Quote by Albert Bandura

“[Children] receive direct instruction from time to time about the appropriateness of various social comparisons” quote by Albert Bandura
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“[Children] receive direct instruction from time to time about the appropriateness of various social comparisons”

Albert Bandura

About This Quote

Children periodically receive explicit guidance on how socially compare themselves to others.

In simple terms: Kids get lessons on social comparison.

Key Takeaway

Teach healthy comparison habits.

Themes

education social development comparison

Mood

thoughtful analytical

Type

educational psychological

When to use this quote

  • classroom
  • parenting
  • peer groups
  • media consumption

Key Concepts

social learning theory self-evaluation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we balance comparison and self-acceptance?
  • What alternatives to comparison can be taught?
A Different Perspective

Risk of fostering competition over cooperation.

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