Why it matters
Gives a structured way to avoid quick or biased explanations.
Core term · Harold H. Kelley
Covariation Model
A model of attribution using consensus, distinctiveness and consistency to infer causes.
Areas of life
Relationshipsmanagementconflictresearch
How to handle it
Ask whether the behavior occurs across people, situations and time.
Who shaped this idea
The thinker behind it
From concept to practice
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