Social Climate Theory
Social Climate theory refers to the idea that psychological effects of environments are best assessed in terms of what?
peoples perceptions of their environment and the meaning they attach to it.
According to underpopulated settings theory, are students more likely to be involved in performances in leadership roles in a bigger or smaller school?
Smaller School
What do community psychologists study in relation to neighborhoods?
They study how neighborhood environments influence adaptation and stress in individuals and families.
These are environments or social systems that influence how people interact, such as schools and neighborhoods.
Settings
What examines the influence of physical characteristics of settings on behavior?
Environmental Psychology
Name a community that social Climate practice can be applied to.
workplaces, residence halls, psychiatric inpatient settings, correctional settings, supported community living facilities, military units, classrooms
True or false: according to barker, people in a behavior setting are interchangeable and the same behavior patterns occur regardless of the individuals.
True
How does parenting style vary between low-risk and high-risk neighborhoods?
In low-risk areas, less restrictive parenting led to higher grades, while in high-risk areas, more restrictive parenting was linked to better grades.
These newly created environments are designed to fill the gaps where existing systems fall short and include places like women's shelters and youth centers.
alternative settings
What is the physical settings, behaviors of individuals, and the subjective meanings that develop among the setting
Activity Settings
What is the biggest limitation of social climate theory?
Individuals and subgroups perceive their environments differently.
Is burnout more likely to occur in an over or underpopulated setting?
underpopulated
Why are systemic changes needed to address neighborhood issues?
Because lasting improvements in health and education require government and corporate support.
These residential communities support psychiatric patients after hospital discharge by promoting independent living and self-governance.
Community lodges
What are examples of environmental stressors?
Noise, air pollution, hazardous waste, and crowded housing.
What are the dimensions of Social Climate?
relationships, personal development, system maintenance and change
What behavior pattern rule describes someone buying something at the store that accomplishes what they were shopping for?
Goal Circuit
Do neighborhoods within the same area always have similar characteristics?
No, there can be wide variation in factors like income, home ownership, and housing quality.
This principle by Kelly describes how individuals and the settings they are in adjust to each other's needs and demands.
adaptation
What is the study of the logical effects of architecture and neighborhood design features?
Environmental Design
A teacher having an assumed role and asking most of the questions in the classroom is an example of what?
Social Regularity
What are the three components of a behavior setting?
place, time, and standing pattern of behavior
Give an example of a risky physical environment in low-income neighborhoods.
Low-income neighborhoods often have more pollution, noise, and limited access to healthy food.
These circuits within behavior settings are used to manage participation by preventing unwanted behaviors.
Vetoing circuits.
Which two fields of psychology emphasize research conducted in field settings and application of their concepts to social action?
Environmental Psychology and Community Psychology