fundamental attribution error

Feb 26, 2008 10:33

"Ross (1977) calls [this] the 'fundamental attribution error'-the tendency of people to explain their situation as a function of individual rather than situational factors."
-Doug McAdam, Political Process and the Development of Black Insurgency, 1930-1970

ha. hahahaha. If I had done my Sociology reading last night, I might have found Nirvana, or at least peace, regarding my situation. Instead I stared at the wall for a while and went to Hilary's bed before midnight.

Also, I think I'm quitting orchestra.
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