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Whereas Tinbergen's questions mostly help us explore the past causes and functions of an observed behavior, the Prosocial Matrix helps us focus on our own experiences and behaviors in the present and orient our behaviors towards valued living in the future.
Whereas Tinbergen's questions mostly help us explore the past causes and functions of an observed behavior, the Prosocial Matrix helps us focus on our own experiences and behaviors in the present and orient our behaviors towards valued living in the future.
The video and presentation below is part of our teacher education module Human Behavior and Sustainable Development.
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The Prosocial Matrix (or ACT matrix, as it is a tool developed within Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) comes in several names and slightly different versions, and is used in many contexts. The videos below give you some more ideas about how to understand and use the Matrix.
This video explains one of the dimensions of the Prosocial Matrix - the Towards-Away dimension
The ACT Matrix has been used with and by both adults and children.
Using the Prosocial Matrix in the context of the COVID pandemic
Using the Prosocial Matrix in the context of the COVID pandemic and as a group
References
References
Atkins, P. W. B., Wilson, D. S., & Hayes, S. C. (2019). Prosocial. Using Evolutionary Science to Build Productive, Equitable, and Collaborative Groups. Context Press.
Polk, K. L., & Schoendorff, B. (2014). The ACT matrix: A new approach to building psychological flexibility across settings and populations. Context Press/New Harbinger Publications.
Tenaglia, P. (n.d.). The Matrix for Education Starter Manual. Developing Psychological Flexibility For Learners, Educators and Parents. http://www.philtenaglia.com/matrix-education/
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