Attitude

Module IV
Meaning
A manner of thinking, feeling, or behaving that reflects a state of
mind or disposition

Types of attitudes
Components
Every attitude has three components that are represented in what is called
the ABC model of attitudes:
A for affective,
B for behavioral,
C for cognitive.
The affective component
refers to the emotional reaction one has toward an attitude object. For
example, 'I feel scared when I think about or see a snake.
Behavioral Component
The next component of an attitude is the behavioral component, and it
refers to the way one behaves when exposed to an attitude object.
Cognitive Component
The third and final component of an attitude is the cognitive component,
and it refers to the thoughts and beliefs one has about an attitude object.
A positive attitude
a settled way of thinking or feeling about something.
 Case Study: Road Rage
Panna Lal was a migrant laborer residing in Delhi. As he reached
Gandhi road, his bicycle brushed by a car. Panna Lal dragged the
driver out of his car and began abusing him. The driver whipped out a
knife and stabbed Lal thrice and fled from the spot. Onlookers did not
rush Panna Lal to hospital, Police arrived late and he died of excessive
bleeding.
 Answer the following:
If you were in place of Panna Lal, what would you have done If some car-
driver brushed your bicycle because of his irresponsible driving?
If you were the car-driver, what would you have done IF your car brushed
Lals bicycle because of his irresponsible cycle-riding, and yet he is accusing
you and demanding money for repairs?
If others are driving in irresponsible manner, you should do nothing, suffer
in silence and go about your way, because they can murder you in road-
rage in broad day light and no onlookers will help you. Would you give this
advice to your child? Yes/No and Why?
Often, people show indifferent / passive attitude towards road accident /
road-rage victims. Discuss the factors responsible and suggest remedies.
List the factors responsible for rising incidents of road-rage in Indian cities.
Suggest remedies to change attitude of drivers.
Importance and relevance of attitude
One of the most important steps you can take toward achieving your
greatest potential in life is to learn to monitor your attitude and its
impact on your work performance, relationships and everyone around
you.

Keep it POSITIVE !