Unit 9
What is acquisition?
The process of learning the association
Define social norms
They are the expectations a society has for individual in different situations
What does the Psychodynamic theory focus on?
It emphasizes the role of unconscious processes in driving personality
What examines the relationship between physical health, wellness, behavior, and mental processes
Health psychology
What is diathesis-stress model?
It explains how genetic vulnerability and stress contributes to psychological disorders
Define generalization in the context of reinforcement
Responding similarly to stimuli that are similar to the original conditioned stimulus
What is cause and result of bias
It shows that stereotypes can both stem from and reinforce biased perceptions and experiences
What is ehe broaden-and-build theory
In positive psychology, it suggests that positive emotions broaden one's awareness and encourage exploratory thoughts
What is a positive subjective experience that may result after the experience of trauma or stress
Posttraumatic growth
What is the diagnostic and statistical manual?
It is developed by the American Psychiatric Association to classify mental disorders
Why are classical conditioning principles applied in therapy
It can help individuals manage emotional responses
It helps in understanding self-perception and motivation, but can also lead to feelings of deprivation
Zack loves both In-N-Out and McDonald's, and he has a hard time deciding what to eat for dinner, is an example of what conflict
Approach-Approach Conflict
Why is having gratitude important?
Expressing gratitude increases subjective well-being and life satisfaction
What does cognitive perspective's treatment focus on?
It focuses on maladaptive thoughts and beliefs. It helps individuals identify and change harmful thought patterns
What is the significance of latent learning?
It demonstrates that not all learning is immediately observable, but it can be revealed when needed in the future
Why should we understand cognitive dissonance?
Understanding cognitive dissonance helps us to recognize the motivation behind changing beliefs or behaviors
What are 2 types of projective tests that psychodynamic therapists use
Rorschach inkblot test and thematic apperception test
What are the 3 phases of general adaptation syndrome (GAS)
1. Alarm Reaction
2. Resistance Phase
3. Exhaustion Phase
What are the causes of dissociative disorder?
Trauma: Childhood abuse, severe stress
Stress: Severe or prolonged stress
What is spontaneous recovery and why is it important
Extinct CR reappears after a rest period when CS and UCS are paired again. It highlights the persistence and flexibility of conditioned responses.
Explain the 2 routes of persuasion strategies
Central Route: Focuses on logical arguments and evidence; leads to long-lasting attitude change
Peripheral Route: Relies on emotional excitements; leads to temporary attitude change
What are the main 5 personalities?
Agreeableness
Openness to experience
Extraversion
Conscientiousness
Emotional stability
Name 3 aspects of posttraumatic growth
Improved Relationships
New Possibilities
Personal Strength
Spiritual Change
Appreciation of Life
Give 2 examples of feeding and eating disorder
Anorexia Nervosa and Bulimia Nervosa