What is "intimacy" defined as in the context of psychosocial development?
The ability to form close, loving relationships
John feels anxiety he's still single and all of his friends are getting married. What is John feeling the effects of?
The Social Clock
Imagine this scenario. You almost get hit by a car crossing the street. You feel fear and your heart pounds at the exact same time. Which of the following emotional theories would best explain this sequence of events?
Cannon-Bard
During Erickson’s stage of “Adolescence,” which of the following characteristics helps young people find their identity?
Experimentation, rebellion, selfishness, and optimism
True or False: Reading your Psych textbook would likely lead to physiological arousal
False
Imagine this scenario: You turn the corner in a hallway in your HS. You find yourself face-to-face with your ex-best friend. Your stomach bottoms out and your heart skips a beat. You then quickly experience fear. Which of the following emotional theories would best explain this sequence of events?
James-Lange
Give an example of an adult experiencing Erikson's "Integrity" stage?
A stage of reflection that results in satisfaction or failure.
i.e. an old man relaxing in his study and thinking of how well he lived his life
True or False: Seeing a big spider on your plate as you sit down to dinner would likely lead to physiological arousal
True
Imagine this scenario: Your good friend takes you to Wawa for the first time. You order a fresh breakfast hoagie with turkey, egg, and cheese. Your heart is beating fast, you break a sweat, and your stomach rumbles. You interpret these sensations as indescribable excitement for your breakfast treat.
Which of the following emotional theories would best explain this sequence of events?
Schachter-Singer
Give an example of a "low road" emotional response
Any example where your brain quickly pumps out an emotional response.
Give an example of a "high road" emotional response
i.e. shouting at Mr. McKenna in anger for assigning the Unit 4 test.
Any example where a complex stimulus triggers a response in the brain that requires the cortex to consider what is happening and how we feel.
i.e. seeing an ex-romantic partner out with her new boyfriend or girlfriend at the mall.