Abstract
Self-Efficacy Theory (SET; Bandura, 1986, 2000) has generated research and practice ramifications across areas of psychology. However, self-efficacy has yet to be assessed in a legal context. This article juxtaposes self-efficacy with self-confidence in terms of theoretical foundations and practical implications, with attention to the area of witness testimony. It is concluded that the concept of witness self-efficacy possesses thorough theoretical grounding as a potential target for witness preparation. As such, we put forth an integrated model of witness preparation featuring self-efficacy-bolstering techniques within an established witness-training framework.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 319-334 |
| Number of pages | 16 |
| Journal | Consulting Psychology Journal |
| Volume | 61 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Dec 1 2009 |
| Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- confidence
- self-efficacy
- witness preparation
- witness testimony
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Developmental and Educational Psychology
- Psychology (miscellaneous)
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Cramer, R. J., Neal, T. M. S., & Brodsky, S. L. (2009). SELF-EFFICACY AND CONFIDENCE: THEORETICAL DISTINCTIONS AND IMPLICATIONS FOR TRIAL CONSULTATION. Consulting Psychology Journal, 61(4), 319-334. https://doi.org/10.1037/a0017310