Attribution
This describes HOW we try to explain someone else's behavior, whether it be attributed to their disposition, or the situation they're in
What is Attribution Theory
These beliefs that you hold on to about things can absolutely influence our actions, but our actions can influence them right back!
Attitudes
Ms. McGowan practiced her speech for hours, sometimes not getting it perfect. But when she finally gave it in front of a crowd, she killed it and got a perfect score. What is this an example of?
Social Facilitation
When asked for help by a friend on an assignment, Mr. Switala tells his friend he can only help for a few minutes. But when Mr. Switala needs help from that friend, he tries to get the friend to tutor him for upwards of an our. What is this an example of?
Social Exchange Theory
3rd pd Psychology, Students at FRHS, and Citizens of Planet Earth, are examples of ________'s that you all share
In-Group
What is Fundamental Attribution Error
Using celebrities and catchy music to sell a new cellphone model is an example of what...
Peripheral Route to Persuasion
Kids wearing masks on Halloween are shown to take more candy (even when the bowl said please take one) than kids without wearing masks. Which concept could explain this behavior?
Deindividuation
When the jury first met to deliberate, most thought the defendant was guilty on a few of the chargers brought forth. After deliberation, they were all POSITIVE that the defendant was guilty of ALL chargers and should face the maximum punishment. What is this an example of?
Group Polarization
2nd pd AP Psychology, RMHS Students, and Citizen of Mars are examples of _____________ to which you do not belong.
Out-Groups
This concept could explain why someone might say "You get what you deserve" to another human being
Just World Hypothesis
After asking for a 1 dollar, Mr. Lake had an easier time getting Mr. Oberto to give him 5 dollars is an example of what
Foot-In-The-Door Technique
After being put into a group for a project in A.P. Psychology, Mr. Oberto decides to take a 45 minute bathroom and snack break because he knows his group will get the project done. What is this an example of?
Social Loafing
This network of assumptions about behaviors and certain characteristics might lead you to misjudge another persons character
Implicit Personality Theory
After Mr. Oberto covered Mr. Lakes 1st period class, Mr. Oberto had a really easy time getting Mr. Lake to cover his 2nd period, is an example of...
Reciprocity Norm
As Dr. Carson was walking through the halls to her next class, she tripped and dropped her text books and pencils everywhere. None of the passerby's stopped to offer her assistance. What is this an example of?
Bystander Effect
"FRHS is so much better than all the other high schools in the city because we are just the best" is an example of what concept?
Ingroup Bias
"I did well on my Bio test because I'm a genius in Bio, but I failed my psychology test because Mr. Oberto is such a bad teacher" is an example of:
The Self-Serving Bias
Mr. Rypma believes he is an honest student, but then proceeds to cheat on his A.P. Psychology test. After he feels tension and discomfort for what he's done, she he decides that cheating was okay because everyone does it. What is this an example of?
Cognitive Dissonance
Mr. Oberto wants to elect the Colorado Avalanche as the official NHL team of Fossil Ridge High School. Mr. Lake is an avid Redwings fan and doesn't know if he things the Av's are the right choice. Through-out discussion he kept quiet though because he didn't want to offend the large amount of Av's fans in the room. What is this an example of?
Group Think
"ALL New England Patriot fans are annoying and dumb" say's John, a huge Bronco's fan. What concept is John slipping into?
Out Group Homogeneity Effect