Behavioral and Social-Cognitive Approaches to Forming Habits

Write a 1,050- to 1,400-word paper analyzing the formation of habits using behavioral and social/cognitive approaches. The word count should not exceed 1450 words or a 10% deduction will be taken. Your paper should cover the following areas:

• Analyze one of your habits. How did you develop this habit? Were there role models for this habit? Which people influenced the adoption of this habit?
• Why do you continue it? Has there been a time when you have attempted to break this habit?
• Use the behavioral personality theory to explain why you have this habit.
• Describe components of social/cognitive theory that explain why the habit formed. Use   references and citations to support your assertions.
• Develop a plan that applies operant conditioning to change this habit.
• Between the behavioral and social/cognitive theories, which one do you find best explains your personality?
• Include an introduction and conclusion in your paper.

Format your paper consistent with APA guidelines.

Provide 3 to 4 references.

Format any citations in your presentation according to APA guidelines.