This website is an entry in the Encyclopedia of Quality of Life and Well-Being Research. The entry defines and describes Social Comparison Theory (SCT), a theory that explains how people evaluate themselves by comparing their opinions, values, achievements, and abilities to those of others. The entry cites the work of Leon Festinger who first popularized the theory in 1954, and provides further references for further research. 


Social Comparison Theory

This website provides a summary of Adams’ Equity Theory of Motivation, a theory that suggests individuals are motivated when they perceive their rewards for contributions are fair, both in comparison to their own inputs and to those received by their peers. The article discusses the theory's core principles, including the concept of contributions, benefits, and the two tests of equity. It explores the consequences of perceived unfairness and how individuals and organizations can address these imbalances. The website also offers additional resources on related topics like other theories of motivation and the work of the World of Work Project CIC. 
