👉 Instrumentality is a concept in psychology that refers to how an individual's actions are influenced by their environment and circumstances. This means that an individual can be affected by external factors, such as their surroundings or social influences, but also by their own internal processes and motivations. For example, if someone is given a task that requires them to perform a certain action, they may find it easier to follow the instructions provided by others rather than thinking deeply about why they should do so. Similarly, an individual may