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Which concept emphasizes the importance of evaluating cultural practices within their original context?
Which concept emphasizes the importance of evaluating cultural practices within their original context?
- Ethnocentrism
- Cultural Relativism (correct)
- Cultural Materialism
- Functional Theory
Which theoretical perspective posits that all aspects of a culture contribute to meeting the needs of individuals within that culture?
Which theoretical perspective posits that all aspects of a culture contribute to meeting the needs of individuals within that culture?
- Ethnocentrism
- Functional Theory (correct)
- Cultural Materialism
- Feminist Theory
A culture experiencing a change in food production which in turn leads to new social structures would best represent the principles of:
A culture experiencing a change in food production which in turn leads to new social structures would best represent the principles of:
- Universal Functions
- Functional Unity (correct)
- Ethnocentrism
- Cultural Relativism
Considering climate's impact on the development of a specific culture best aligns with which perspective?
Considering climate's impact on the development of a specific culture best aligns with which perspective?
Which concept is characterized by the belief that an individual's culture is superior to all others?
Which concept is characterized by the belief that an individual's culture is superior to all others?
Which branch of psychology focuses on understanding and changing behavior through scientific experimentation?
Which branch of psychology focuses on understanding and changing behavior through scientific experimentation?
Which psychological approach emphasizes unlocking the unconscious mind to understand behavior?
Which psychological approach emphasizes unlocking the unconscious mind to understand behavior?
Which of the following is NOT a primary focus of theoretical psychology?
Which of the following is NOT a primary focus of theoretical psychology?
Which branch of psychology emphasizes a patient's active involvement in their recovery?
Which branch of psychology emphasizes a patient's active involvement in their recovery?
What does cognitive psychology primarily study?
What does cognitive psychology primarily study?
What does sociology primarily study?
What does sociology primarily study?
Which question is most closely aligned with sociological inquiry?
Which question is most closely aligned with sociological inquiry?
Which of these questions would a psychologist be most likely to ask?
Which of these questions would a psychologist be most likely to ask?
What is a primary conclusion drawn from the Oxana Malaya case study?
What is a primary conclusion drawn from the Oxana Malaya case study?
The Jim Twins case study primarily provides evidence for which concept in human development?
The Jim Twins case study primarily provides evidence for which concept in human development?
What social science ethical concern is most associated with the Stanford Prison Experiment?
What social science ethical concern is most associated with the Stanford Prison Experiment?
What is the core belief in the theory of evolution, as it pertains to anthropology?
What is the core belief in the theory of evolution, as it pertains to anthropology?
What did the Edith Experiment aim to demonstrate regarding human development?
What did the Edith Experiment aim to demonstrate regarding human development?
According to humanistic psychology, what is the primary cause of mental and social problems?
According to humanistic psychology, what is the primary cause of mental and social problems?
Which theorist developed the Hierarchy of Needs theory?
Which theorist developed the Hierarchy of Needs theory?
What is the focus of Logotherapy?
What is the focus of Logotherapy?
According to Carl Rogers, which of the following is NOT essential for personal growth?
According to Carl Rogers, which of the following is NOT essential for personal growth?
Which sociological perspective views society as stable when its institutions effectively meet the needs of its citizens?
Which sociological perspective views society as stable when its institutions effectively meet the needs of its citizens?
What is the central concept of the Conflict Theory?
What is the central concept of the Conflict Theory?
What is the underlying idea of Symbolic Interactionism?
What is the underlying idea of Symbolic Interactionism?
What does conformity refer to in a social setting?
What does conformity refer to in a social setting?
Which of the following best defines social roles?
Which of the following best defines social roles?
What are norms regarding behavior primarily intended to do?
What are norms regarding behavior primarily intended to do?
What is the key distinguisher of overt discrimination compared to systemic discrimination?
What is the key distinguisher of overt discrimination compared to systemic discrimination?
Which theory suggests that discriminatory behavior is acquired through observation and experience, not an innate human trait?
Which theory suggests that discriminatory behavior is acquired through observation and experience, not an innate human trait?
If someone believes their opportunities are being taken away by other groups, which theory of discrimination does this align to?
If someone believes their opportunities are being taken away by other groups, which theory of discrimination does this align to?
In the context of the aggression theory, which of the following accurately describes the concept of a 'scapegoat'?
In the context of the aggression theory, which of the following accurately describes the concept of a 'scapegoat'?
According to the provided context what is 'socialization'?
According to the provided context what is 'socialization'?
Which of the following is considered the primary agent of socialization?
Which of the following is considered the primary agent of socialization?
Which of the following is a core belief of cognitive psychology?
Which of the following is a core belief of cognitive psychology?
Which approach to therapy focuses on resolving conflicts between conscious and unconscious feelings?
Which approach to therapy focuses on resolving conflicts between conscious and unconscious feelings?
According to Jung's analytical psychology, what constitutes the unconscious mind?
According to Jung's analytical psychology, what constitutes the unconscious mind?
What is Karen Horney's main criticism of Freud's theory?
What is Karen Horney's main criticism of Freud's theory?
Which core concept is essential to conflict theory?
Which core concept is essential to conflict theory?
What is the main focus of conflict theory in relation to the economic system?
What is the main focus of conflict theory in relation to the economic system?
According to learning theory, how is discriminatory behavior acquired?
According to learning theory, how is discriminatory behavior acquired?
How does conflict theory explain the feeling of powerlessness among the poor?
How does conflict theory explain the feeling of powerlessness among the poor?
What is the primary focus of humanistic psychology?
What is the primary focus of humanistic psychology?
Which of the following best describes the concept of motivation according to the provided content?
Which of the following best describes the concept of motivation according to the provided content?
Which type of learning emphasizes the role of reinforcement and consequences in behavior?
Which type of learning emphasizes the role of reinforcement and consequences in behavior?
How do humanistic psychologists view the nature of individuals?
How do humanistic psychologists view the nature of individuals?
What is considered the first priority in the hierarchy of needs according to humanistic psychology?
What is considered the first priority in the hierarchy of needs according to humanistic psychology?
What distinguishes clinical psychology from theoretical psychology?
What distinguishes clinical psychology from theoretical psychology?
Which branch of psychology is primarily concerned with scientifically proven interventions to change behavior?
Which branch of psychology is primarily concerned with scientifically proven interventions to change behavior?
Which aspect of sociology focuses on the relationships formed within social structures?
Which aspect of sociology focuses on the relationships formed within social structures?
What is a key focus of cognitive psychology?
What is a key focus of cognitive psychology?
Which big question aligns with the principles of psychology regarding human behavior?
Which big question aligns with the principles of psychology regarding human behavior?
What does the study of psychoanalysis primarily aim to achieve?
What does the study of psychoanalysis primarily aim to achieve?
Which question would most likely be of interest to a sociologist?
Which question would most likely be of interest to a sociologist?
What is the primary concern of humanistic psychology during treatment?
What is the primary concern of humanistic psychology during treatment?
What does bipedalism refer to in human evolution?
What does bipedalism refer to in human evolution?
What is the primary motivation that Frankl believes drives humans?
What is the primary motivation that Frankl believes drives humans?
Which of the following early hominids is known as 'handyman' due to their use of tools?
Which of the following early hominids is known as 'handyman' due to their use of tools?
Which of the following elements does Carl Rogers believe is essential for a person to achieve personal growth?
Which of the following elements does Carl Rogers believe is essential for a person to achieve personal growth?
What role does melanin serve in human skin?
What role does melanin serve in human skin?
What does the Hierarchy of Needs Theory propose about human needs?
What does the Hierarchy of Needs Theory propose about human needs?
Which theory focuses on the competition between different social groups for power and resources?
Which theory focuses on the competition between different social groups for power and resources?
What do cultural materialists argue is more influential in determining cultural behavior?
What do cultural materialists argue is more influential in determining cultural behavior?
Which branch of anthropology focuses on the relationships between people based on ancestry or marriage?
Which branch of anthropology focuses on the relationships between people based on ancestry or marriage?
What role does the concept of 'conformity' play in social behavior?
What role does the concept of 'conformity' play in social behavior?
Which concept refers to a ceremonial event marking the transition from one social status to another?
Which concept refers to a ceremonial event marking the transition from one social status to another?
What is a primary focus of feminist anthropology?
What is a primary focus of feminist anthropology?
What do postmodernists believe about the nature of truth?
What do postmodernists believe about the nature of truth?
Which early hominid is believed to have lived up to 600,000 years ago and used herbs for medicinal purposes?
Which early hominid is believed to have lived up to 600,000 years ago and used herbs for medicinal purposes?
What is the focus of feminist sociology?
What is the focus of feminist sociology?
What is a primary characteristic of abnormal socialization?
What is a primary characteristic of abnormal socialization?
What does ethnology investigate in the field of cultural anthropology?
What does ethnology investigate in the field of cultural anthropology?
Which element is NOT emphasized by social learning theory?
Which element is NOT emphasized by social learning theory?
Which of the following concepts is aligned with cultural unity?
Which of the following concepts is aligned with cultural unity?
What is the purpose of logotherapy in psychological treatment?
What is the purpose of logotherapy in psychological treatment?
Which term describes societal norms relating to behaviors deemed acceptable based on perceived sex?
Which term describes societal norms relating to behaviors deemed acceptable based on perceived sex?
According to behavioralism, what is essential for understanding and altering human behavior?
According to behavioralism, what is essential for understanding and altering human behavior?
How do cultural materialists perceive the development of culture?
How do cultural materialists perceive the development of culture?
What aspect of cultural relativism is most important in postmodernist anthropology?
What aspect of cultural relativism is most important in postmodernist anthropology?
What does Carl Jung's concept of the collective unconscious refer to?
What does Carl Jung's concept of the collective unconscious refer to?
What theory emphasizes the importance of social and cultural aspects in personality development?
What theory emphasizes the importance of social and cultural aspects in personality development?
Which of the following best describes Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
Which of the following best describes Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs?
What is the primary focus of Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory?
What is the primary focus of Sigmund Freud's psychoanalytic theory?
Which of the following theorists is associated with the concept of 'operant conditioning'?
Which of the following theorists is associated with the concept of 'operant conditioning'?
Which archetype is represented by the symbol of a 'Hero' according to Jungian psychology?
Which archetype is represented by the symbol of a 'Hero' according to Jungian psychology?
Which theorist is known for studying salivation in dogs and identifying classical conditioning?
Which theorist is known for studying salivation in dogs and identifying classical conditioning?
Which of the following describes 'womb envy' as proposed by Karen Horney?
Which of the following describes 'womb envy' as proposed by Karen Horney?
What is the focus of logotherapy according to Viktor Frankl?
What is the focus of logotherapy according to Viktor Frankl?
What concept is central to Jung's analytical psychology?
What concept is central to Jung's analytical psychology?
Which of the following best describes a key distinction between the approaches of B.F. Skinner and Sigmund Freud?
Which of the following best describes a key distinction between the approaches of B.F. Skinner and Sigmund Freud?
How does Karen Horney's modification of Freudian theory most significantly shift the focus in understanding personality development?
How does Karen Horney's modification of Freudian theory most significantly shift the focus in understanding personality development?
Which of Carl Jung's concepts is best illustrated by recurring symbolic figures, such as the 'hero' or 'trickster', found across various cultures and mythologies?
Which of Carl Jung's concepts is best illustrated by recurring symbolic figures, such as the 'hero' or 'trickster', found across various cultures and mythologies?
In the context of Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which scenario exemplifies self-actualization?
In the context of Abraham Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which scenario exemplifies self-actualization?
Which of the following scenarios most accurately demonstrates Viktor Frankl's concept of 'search for meaning' as the main motivational force?
Which of the following scenarios most accurately demonstrates Viktor Frankl's concept of 'search for meaning' as the main motivational force?
Which of the following best illustrates the core difference in research methodology between Donald Johanson and Jane Goodall?
Which of the following best illustrates the core difference in research methodology between Donald Johanson and Jane Goodall?
How does Jung's concept of 'balancing opposite tendencies' within an individual's psyche relate to the pursuit of full potential?
How does Jung's concept of 'balancing opposite tendencies' within an individual's psyche relate to the pursuit of full potential?
Which of the following best encapsulates the relationship between 'survival of the fittest' and 'natural selection'?
Which of the following best encapsulates the relationship between 'survival of the fittest' and 'natural selection'?
How does a functionalist perspective explain the role of rituals within a culture?
How does a functionalist perspective explain the role of rituals within a culture?
What is the most direct contradiction between 'ethnocentrism' and 'cultural relativism'?
What is the most direct contradiction between 'ethnocentrism' and 'cultural relativism'?
Within the context of Functional Theory, what is meant by the interdependence of cultural institutions?
Within the context of Functional Theory, what is meant by the interdependence of cultural institutions?
According to Darwin's principles, which of the following is NOT a prerequisite for natural selection to occur within a population?
According to Darwin's principles, which of the following is NOT a prerequisite for natural selection to occur within a population?
In social learning theory, what is the most accurate description of the interaction between cognition, behavior, and environment?
In social learning theory, what is the most accurate description of the interaction between cognition, behavior, and environment?
According to the provided information, what is the key distinction between the conscious and unconscious mind?
According to the provided information, what is the key distinction between the conscious and unconscious mind?
What does the Bobo the Clown experiment primarily demonstrate?
What does the Bobo the Clown experiment primarily demonstrate?
According to the provided text, what is the main objective of psychoanalysis?
According to the provided text, what is the main objective of psychoanalysis?
What is the primary role of the 'ID' in psychoanalytic theory?
What is the primary role of the 'ID' in psychoanalytic theory?
Which of the following is a critical aspect of social learning theory's view on learning?
Which of the following is a critical aspect of social learning theory's view on learning?
What is implied by the concept of 'reciprocal determinism' in social learning theory?
What is implied by the concept of 'reciprocal determinism' in social learning theory?
In psychoanalytic theory, how are unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and memories classified?
In psychoanalytic theory, how are unacceptable thoughts, feelings, and memories classified?
What is a key finding from the Bobo the Clown experiment, regarding the role of observing consequences?
What is a key finding from the Bobo the Clown experiment, regarding the role of observing consequences?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the id, ego, and superego?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between the id, ego, and superego?
Which defense mechanism involves unconsciously replacing unwanted impulses with their opposite?
Which defense mechanism involves unconsciously replacing unwanted impulses with their opposite?
A person who directs their frustration at a colleague after being criticized by their boss is exhibiting which defense mechanism?
A person who directs their frustration at a colleague after being criticized by their boss is exhibiting which defense mechanism?
Which of the following is a core tenet of humanistic psychology?
Which of the following is a core tenet of humanistic psychology?
Which of the following is NOT considered a defense mechanism according to the provided content?
Which of the following is NOT considered a defense mechanism according to the provided content?
In the context of defense mechanisms, what distinguishes repression from denial?
In the context of defense mechanisms, what distinguishes repression from denial?
A student dealing with academic stress by having a temper tantrum best exemplifies which defense mechanism?
A student dealing with academic stress by having a temper tantrum best exemplifies which defense mechanism?
Which mechanism involves channeling unacceptable urges into a more productive activity?
Which mechanism involves channeling unacceptable urges into a more productive activity?
What is the primary focus of the humanistic approach to therapy?
What is the primary focus of the humanistic approach to therapy?
How does humanistic psychology view the concept of free will?
How does humanistic psychology view the concept of free will?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'meritocracy' in relation to social class?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'meritocracy' in relation to social class?
What is the key outcome of 'social stratification' as it relates to the distribution of societal resources?
What is the key outcome of 'social stratification' as it relates to the distribution of societal resources?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates 'social inequality'?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates 'social inequality'?
In the Bobo doll experiment, what was the main finding regarding the children's behavior after witnessing aggression?
In the Bobo doll experiment, what was the main finding regarding the children's behavior after witnessing aggression?
What type of learning is showcased in the Little Albert experiment?
What type of learning is showcased in the Little Albert experiment?
In Pavlov's experiment, what is the conditioned stimulus?
In Pavlov's experiment, what is the conditioned stimulus?
What was the primary goal of the Little Albert experiment?
What was the primary goal of the Little Albert experiment?
Which of the following best distinguishes 'meritocracy' from simply 'social stratification'?
Which of the following best distinguishes 'meritocracy' from simply 'social stratification'?
Which of the following is NOT true about the Bobo doll experiment?
Which of the following is NOT true about the Bobo doll experiment?
What is the final result of the Little Albert classical conditioning experiment?
What is the final result of the Little Albert classical conditioning experiment?
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What is Psychology?
What is Psychology?
The scientific study of human behavior and mental processes.
What is Behaviorism?
What is Behaviorism?
A branch of psychology that focuses on understanding and changing human behavior through scientifically proven methods.
What is Psychoanalysis?
What is Psychoanalysis?
A branch of psychology that explores the unconscious mind to understand human behavior and relationships.
What is Humanism?
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How do categories shape our experience?
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Ethnocentrism
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Cultural Relativism
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Functional Theory
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Stanford Prison Experiment
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Theory of Evolution
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Learning Theory (in Social Discrimination)
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Study Notes
Anthropology Theorists
- Margaret Mead (cultural anthropologist)
- Dian Fossey (primatologist)
- Jane Goodall (primatologist)
- Donald Johanson (paleoanthropologist)
- Charles Darwin (paleoanthropologist)
- Raymond Dart (paleoanthropologist)
Psychology Theorists
- Ivan Pavlov - Classical Conditioning (behaviorism)
- Pavlov was studying dog salivation in response to being fed. He noticed the dogs salivated when he entered the room, even if he wasn't bringing them food.
- B.F. Skinner - Operant Conditioning (behaviorism)
- Skinner focused on observable behaviors, using rats and pigeons to show how rewards and punishments impact behavior.
- Sigmund Freud (psychoanalysis)
- Focused on the unconscious mind, using Freudian slips as examples of subconscious feelings. All human behavior is influenced by early childhood experiences.
- Karen Horney (psychoanalysis - neo-freudian)
- Expanded Freud's theory to include social and cultural aspects of personality. Personality is not determined by childhood sexual conflicts. Emphasized the pressure women faced in society.
- Carl Jung (psychoanalysis)
- Developed analytical psychology, emphasizing balancing the conscious and unconscious mind to reach full potential. Introduced concepts like the collective unconscious and archetypes.
- Abraham Maslow (humanism)
- Believed humans are motivated by basic psychological needs (e.g., food, water) which then progress to social needs and ultimately self-actualization.
- Viktor Frankl (humanism)
- Founder of logotherapy, emphasizing the search for meaning in life as a central human motivator. Identified as a psychotherapist, philosopher, and Holocaust survivor.
- Karl Rogers (humanism)
- Stated that humans are innately good, motivated by personal agency to reach full potential. Emphasized the importance of a supportive environment.
Sociology Theorists
- Emile Durkheim (structural functionalism)
- Founded sociology as a discipline, focusing on forces that unite individuals in society. He studied social facts and factors that contribute to suicide rates (men are more likely to commit suicide).
- Talcott Parsons (structural functionalism)
- Concluded that although individuals act in self-interest, there's a strong desire for cooperation based on shared values.
- Karl Marx (conflict theory)
- Focused on class struggle and societal conflict, arguing that struggles for power and wealth are the primary driver. His work explores social issues, evolution, and unequal economic opportunity.
- Dorothy Smith (feminist sociology) - Women are "alienated from their experiences."
- Max Weber (symbolic interactionism)
- Focused on rationalization, arguing that actions are motivated by efficacy rather than just morality and custom.
Key Concepts/Experiments
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Cultural Relativism: Understanding another culture on its own terms, recognizing cultural differences.
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Ethnocentrism: Judging another culture based on your own.
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Functional Theory: All cultural parts have interconnected functions to maintain a functioning society.
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Cultural Materialism: Focuses on the idea that a culture is shaped by its material conditions -climate, food, geography, etc.
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Cognitive Theory: Examines mental states like beliefs, motivations, and desires to understand how humans learn and interact.
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Bobo Doll Experiment: Demonstrated observational learning in children, finding that children who observed aggression modeled similar behavior.
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Little Albert Experiment: Demonstrated classical conditioning with a white rat, associating a neutral stimulus (rat) with a fear response (noise), demonstrating a conditioned phobia.
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Pavlov's Dog Experiment: Demonstrated classical conditioning, where a neutral stimulus (bell) becomes associated with a conditioned response (salivation) in dogs.
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Skinner Box Experiment: Demonstrated operant conditioning using rats through reinforcement/punishment and associating behavior with consequences.
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Asch Experiment: Demonstrated conformity by having participants choose lines matching the others in a group even when they were incorrect.
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Milgram Experiment: Demonstrated obedience by having participants apply increasingly powerful shocks to individuals for wrong answers, demonstrating obedience to authority figures.
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Zimbardo's Prison Experiment: Demonstrated how roles and social environments influence behavior, demonstrating the corrupting influence of power within a small system (prison).
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Jane Elliot's Blue Eyes/Brown Eyes Experiment: Demonstrated the concept of prejudice.
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Genie Case Study: Showed the effects of isolation and lack of social interaction on development.
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Oxana Malaya Case Study: Showed the effects of early inappropriate socialization in the wild.
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Jim Twins: Illustrates the significance of nature/nurture and genetic predisposition in shaping human behavior and personality.
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Edith Experiment: Illustrates the role of environment in shaping an individual's development.
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Test your knowledge of key theorists in anthropology and psychology. This quiz covers influential figures like Margaret Mead, Dian Fossey, Ivan Pavlov, and Sigmund Freud. Explore their contributions and theories that shaped their respective fields.
