Understanding and Changing Habits
A Grade 12 social studies worksheet exploring the psychology, societal impact, and practical strategies for changing habits.
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Understanding and Changing Habits
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Read each question carefully and provide thoughtful answers based on your understanding of habit formation and behavioral psychology. Use complete sentences and examples where appropriate.
1. Which component is NOT part of Charles Duhigg's 'habit loop'?
Cue
Routine
Consequence
Reward
2. The concept of 'keystone habits' suggests that:
All habits are equally difficult to change.
Changing one central habit can lead to widespread positive changes.
Habits are formed primarily through conscious decision-making.
Only negative habits can be considered keystone habits.
3. The model of behavior change emphasizes the importance of self-efficacy and observational learning.
4. To successfully change a habit, it is often recommended to identify the existing and replace the old routine with a new, desired one.
5. According to research, it takes exactly 21 days to form a new habit.
True
False
6. Social norms and peer influence can significantly impact an individual's ability to maintain new habits.
True
False
7. Describe the role of 'identity-based habits' in long-term behavior change. Provide an example.
8. Explain how environmental design can be used as a strategy to either break bad habits or form good ones. Give two specific examples.
9. Discuss the ethical implications of habit formation and manipulation in advertising or public policy. How can understanding habit psychology be used responsibly?
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