Bases of Social Behavior in Health

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What is a key characteristic of a social norm, as described in the text?

It requires the constant physical presence of others to be effective.

It guides behavior even in the absence of direct observation. (correct)

It is enforced only through explicit legal regulations.

It is primarily concerned with individual, rather than group behavior.

Why is social psychology considered a science?

Because it relies on philosophical arguments and logical deductions.

Because it has direct connections to the field of art.

Because it explores subjective experiences and feelings.

Because it uses the scientific method to test theories. (correct)

What is the primary way that theories are validated in social psychology?

Through their alignment with historical or religious doctrines.

Through agreement within the field and popular acceptance.

Through correspondence with empirical evidence and facts. (correct)

Through internal coherence and logical consistency.

Which of these concepts is mentioned in the text as being used in social psychology to explain psychosocial phenomena?

Dissonance (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of sociological studies, according to the text?

Analyzing the structure and function of groups and societies. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text describe the main focus of social anthropology?

It investigates societies, especially those that have not been influenced by capitalism. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary unit of analysis for social psychology, according to the provided text?

The individual within a group. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which area of study is not listed in the text as being closely related to social psychology?

Biology (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the primary focus of clinical health psychology as suggested by the provided references?

The application of psychological principles to understand and improve physical health and well-being. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided references, which concept is NOT explicitly associated with the field of clinical health psychology?

Quantum mechanics. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the provided references, what is a key area of focus within clinical health psychology in medical settings?

Addressing emotional distress and psychological factors influencing physical health in medical settings. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is explored in relation to chronic pain, according to the given references?

The interaction of organizational support and chronic pain on performance. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What does the provided content suggest about research in clinical health psychology?

It involves randomized controlled trials of interventions as well as qualitative methods. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to the references, which of these issues is examined within the context of clinical health psychology?

The psychological impact of traumatic injury in children and adolescents. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Based on the provided references, what is a potential factor influencing adherence to health-related behaviors?

Personality traits as assessed by the five-factor model. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided references, how does clinical health psychology address the issue of chronic pain?

By exploring its link to organizational and social factors. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of subjects continued to give incorrect answers even when their responses were anonymous?

Approximately 23% (B) Signup and view all the answers

What did Sistrunk and McDavid suggest about gender and conformity?

The effect of gender on conformity depends on the task at hand. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to Eagly, Wood, and Fishbough, when are men more likely to show conformist behavior?

When they are not being supervised by an experimenter (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Asch notice about subjects who conformed early in the study?

They tended to remain conformist throughout the session. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which theory is NOT mentioned as a possible explanation for a subject maintaining a consistent answer, even when incorrect, due to commitment to an initial response?

Operant conditioning theory (B) Signup and view all the answers

What did Stanley Milgram's work reveal about cultural influences on conformity?

Norwegian individuals demonstrate higher conformity levels compared to French individuals. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which factor is NOT directly identified as increasing an individual's conformity?

Having a very high level of self-confidence (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant contribution of Richard Crutchfield to the study of conformity?

He refined the experimental technique and explored different factors that affect conformity. (B) Signup and view all the answers

According to Smith and Bond's research, how does cultural background influence conformity?

Individuals from individualistic cultures show more independence than those from collectivist cultures. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did Asch's experiments primarily investigate regarding group influence?

How group size affects the amount of influence. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the key finding about the relationship between group size and conformity in Asch's experiments?

Conformity increased up to a group size of 4, then remained generally constant. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to the theory of social impact, what factors determine the level of social influence?

The force of constraint, closeness in space and time, and the number of influence sources. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the prediction made by the social impact theory regarding the number of influence sources?

Influence increases up to a certain point, after which adding more sources has little impact. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What concept is central to Wilder's explanation of group influence?

The independence of sources. (A) Signup and view all the answers

According to Wilder's hypothesis, when does a group have more influence?

When members are perceived as separate, independent sources of opinion. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What hypothesis did Wilder derive regarding in-groups and out-groups?

In-groups have a higher level of influence than out-groups. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of the biopsychosocial model as applied to chronic illness management?

Astrological factors and their impact on patient well-being. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to the provided references, which of these is a significant area of focus within health psychology?

The role of personality and social comparison in health outcomes. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of the Western Collaborative Group Study, as referenced in the text?

The study of coronary heart disease over an 8.5-year period. (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes how family systems impact health, as discussed in the provided material?

Explores how family dynamics and patterns influence health and illness. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What specific aspect of PTSD does S. Taylor's work focus on, according to the text?

The role of anxiety sensitivity in understanding and treating PTSD. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest chronic pain is being approached in the context of substance use disorders?

By incorporating management strategies tailored to patients coping with both issues. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do the references by Suls and colleagues suggest regarding the relationship between health and social interactions?

Social comparison processes play a significant role in the context of physical health. (D) Signup and view all the answers

According to the references, what main area of psychological practice does Smith & Nicassio focus with the Biopsychosocial model?

Clinical application aspects of the biopsychosocial model in managing chronic illness. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of clinical social psychology?

Applying social psychology research to address adaptation issues. (D) Signup and view all the answers

In group settings, what is a striking observation regarding the behavior of individuals?

There's a notable consistency in attitudes and behaviors within the group. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Early research into group phenomena aimed to understand what significant aspect of group behavior?

The uniformity of attitudes and behaviors in groups. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT considered a potential origin of group uniformity?

The group's tendency to establish hierarchies. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which concept represents the power of each group member over others and the group's power over all individuals?

Group norm. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is credited with experimentally demonstrating the power and subtlety of group norms?

Sherif. (C) Signup and view all the answers

According to Sherif, when do social norms emerge to guide behavior?

In ambiguous situations where guidance is needed. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Under what conditions is normalization most likely to occur within a group?

When members have equal competence and are less inclined to impose their views. (B) Signup and view all the answers

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Document Details

Title: Bases of Social Behavior in Health
Authors: Liviu Oprea, Daniela Cojocaru, Cristina Gavrilovici
Publication Year: 2015

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Explore the various foundations of social behavior as they relate to health in this insightful quiz based on the work by Liviu Oprea and colleagues. The quiz examines key concepts and theories presented in the 2015 publication. Test your understanding of how social dynamics influence health outcomes.