Dispositional Factors

Definition

Dispositional factors refer to internal, stable traits or characteristics of an individual that are believed to influence their behavior or actions. These factors are often seen as enduring qualities that shape a person's personality and guide their behavior.

Related terms

Situational Factors: These are external influences or circumstances that impact an individual's behavior, such as the social environment or specific events.

Fundamental Attribution Error: This is the tendency to overestimate the influence of dispositional factors while underestimating situational factors when explaining others' behaviors.

Self-Serving Bias: This refers to people's tendency to attribute their successes to dispositional factors (e.g., personal skills) but attribute failures to situational factors (e.g., external circumstances).