AP Psychology Chapter 8B Flashcards

Questions and Answers

What are the three components of emotion?

Physiological arousal, expressive behaviors, conscious experience.

What does the James-Lange Theory state?

Emotional experiences are based on awareness of the body's responses to stimuli.

What is the Cannon-Bard Theory?

It states that the subjective experience of an emotion occurs simultaneously with the body's physical reaction.

What does the Two-Factor Theory propose about emotions?

Emotions have two ingredients: physical arousal and a cognitive label. Signup and view all the answers

What is a polygraph?

A device that measures several physiological responses accompanying emotion. Signup and view all the answers

What is the effect of facial feedback?

Facial expressions affect experienced emotions, often intensifying them. Signup and view all the answers

What is catharsis?

Emotional release. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Feel-Good, Do-Good Phenomenon?

The tendency of people to be helpful when they are in a good mood. Signup and view all the answers

What is well-being?

A person's sense of satisfaction with their life. Signup and view all the answers

What is the adaptation-level phenomenon?

The tendency to judge things relative to a neutral level defined by prior experience. Signup and view all the answers

What does relative deprivation refer to?

The perception that we are worse off compared to those we compare ourselves to. Signup and view all the answers

What is behavioral medicine?

The interdisciplinary field applying behavioral and medical knowledge to treatment. Signup and view all the answers

What is health psychology?

A subfield of psychology studying how health and illness are influenced by psychological factors. Signup and view all the answers

What is stress?

The process of perceiving and responding to threatening or challenging events. Signup and view all the answers

What is the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)?

The three-stage sequence of bodily reaction to stress. Signup and view all the answers

What is coronary heart disease?

The leading cause of death in North America related to the clogging of heart vessels. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a Type A Personality?

A behavior pattern that is competitive, hard-driving, impatient, and anger-prone. Signup and view all the answers

What defines a Type B Personality?

A behavior pattern that is easygoing and relaxed. Signup and view all the answers

What is psychophysiological illness?

Illness linked to stress rather than caused by a physical disorder. Signup and view all the answers

What is psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)?

The study of how physiological, neural, and endocrine processes affect the immune system. Signup and view all the answers

What are lymphocytes?

White blood cells that fight infections and foreign substances. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Emotion

Involves three components: physiological arousal, expressive behaviors, and conscious experience.

James-Lange Theory

Proposes that emotional experiences result from awareness of bodily responses to stimuli, where a body's reaction triggers the emotion.

Cannon-Bard Theory

Suggests that the subjective experience of emotion and the body's physical reaction occur simultaneously.

Two-Factor Theory

Emotions consist of physical arousal and a cognitive label, implying that arousal alone is insufficient for experiencing emotions.

Polygraph

A device used to measure various physiological responses, such as heart rate and sweating, associated with emotional states.

Facial Feedback

The phenomenon where facial expressions influence the intensity of experienced emotions, enhancing emotional responses.

Catharsis

Refers to the emotional release process; expressing anger or emotions is believed to help reduce those feelings.

Feel-Good, Do-Good Phenomenon

A tendency for individuals to engage in helpful behaviors when they are in a positive mood.

Well-Being

Represents an individual's overall satisfaction with life and sense of happiness.

Adaptation-Level Phenomenon

The principle that individuals evaluate experiences relative to a baseline established by prior experiences.

Relative Deprivation

The feeling of being worse off when comparing oneself to others, potentially affecting satisfaction and self-esteem.

Behavioral Medicine

An interdisciplinary field combining behavioral and medical knowledge to improve health treatment and promotion.

Health Psychology

A psychological subfield examining how psychological factors such as emotions and lifestyle impact health and illness.

Stress

Defined as the process of perceiving and reacting to potential threats or challenges, referred to as stressors.

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

Describes a three-stage response to stress: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion, as outlined by Hans Selye.

Coronary Heart Disease

The leading cause of death in North America, characterized by the blockage of coronary vessels that supply the heart.

Type A Personality

A behavior pattern identified by Friedman and Rosenman associated with competitiveness, impatience, and a tendency for anger.

Type B Personality

The contrasting behavior pattern characterized by relaxation and a more easygoing nature, believed to be resistant to coronary issues.

Psychophysiological Illness

Illnesses such as hypertension and certain headaches that are linked to stress rather than originating from physical disorders.

Psychoneuroimmunology (PNI)

The study of interactions between physiological, neural, and endocrine processes and their impact on the immune system and health.

Lymphocytes

White blood cells critical to the immune system, including B lymphocytes (fighting bacterial infections) and T lymphocytes (attacking viruses and cancer).

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Test your knowledge of emotions and theories from AP Psychology Chapter 8B through these flashcards. Each card features key terms and definitions that cover fundamental concepts related to emotional responses and theories. Perfect for quick review and reinforcement of psychological principles.