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Introduction to the special section on structural analysis of social behavior
1Department of Psychology, Social and Behavioral Sciences, University of Utah, Salt Lake City 84112, USA.
Journal of Consulting and Clinical Psychology
|December 1, 1996
Summary
The Structural Analysis of Social Behavior (SASB) model offers a framework for understanding complex psychological events. This versatile model is applicable across various clinical and research settings, integrating diverse theoretical perspectives.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Social Psychology
- Clinical Psychology
Background:
- The Structural Analysis of Social Behavior (SASB) model provides a comprehensive framework for analyzing interpersonal and intrapsychic dynamics.
- It categorizes behavior along three core dimensions: focus, affiliation, and interdependence.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the Structural Analysis of Social Behavior (SASB) model and its associated predictive principles.
- To illustrate the model's application in diverse research, clinical, and theoretical contexts.
Main Methods:
- The SASB model operationalizes psychological events using dimensions of focus, affiliation, and interdependence.
- Predictive principles include similarity, opposition, complementarity, introjection, and antithesis.
Main Results:
- The SASB model is adaptable for use with questionnaires, coding systems, and software.
- Its utility is demonstrated across various theoretical orientations like psychoanalytic, cognitive-behavioral, and interpersonal approaches.
Conclusions:
- The Structural Analysis of Social Behavior (SASB) model is a flexible and widely applicable tool for psychological analysis.
- Creative applications highlight its value in both research and clinical practice.