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What is a consequence of gender bias in the workplace?
Which strategy is effective in mitigating gender bias in the workplace?
What factor contributes to sexual aggression according to the provided content?
What is highlighted as a crucial aspect of understanding human behavior?
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What does behavior genetics focus on?
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What is the definition of a genome?
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Which activity is most commonly associated with enhancing happiness?
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What distinguishes identical twins from fraternal twins?
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What does cultural variability in emotional expression imply?
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What term describes a person's natural emotional disposition?
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What molecule contains the genetic code characterized by a double helix structure?
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What is the primary focus of twin studies in behavior genetics?
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Which statement about genes is true?
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What is the primary purpose of adoption studies in understanding behavior?
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What constitutes the human genome?
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Which of the following correctly describes chromosomes?
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What is heritability primarily concerned with in a population?
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Which concept refers to the interplay of genetic and environmental factors?
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What does molecular genetics primarily focus on?
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Which field examines the relationship between genes and behavior?
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What is a characteristic of epigenetics?
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Which type of twin shares environmental factors as well as genetic makeup?
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What aspect of culture primarily shapes parenting styles in child development?
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Which statement best describes individualist cultures?
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What is stress characterized by?
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According to the Cannon-Bard theory, how do emotional experiences and physiological arousal relate?
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What does the Schachter-Singer theory emphasize?
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What is the primary function of the 'low road' in emotional processing?
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Which division of the autonomic nervous system activates the body for action during stress?
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What are common health consequences of chronic stress?
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Which of the following is an example of problem-focused coping?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a healthy coping strategy?
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What principle explains the evolution of certain psychological traits over time?
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Which behavior is commonly favored by sexual selection in humans?
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What is a crucial factor affecting reproductive choices in males according to evolutionary psychology?
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Which approach considers biological, psychological, and social factors in human behavior analysis?
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How do societal influences affect perceptions of gender roles?
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What intervention could effectively reduce gender bias in the workplace?
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Which primary factor is linked to sexual aggression in social contexts?
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What primarily drives mate selection according to evolutionary psychology?
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Study Notes
Behavior Genetics
- Heredity: Traits passed from parents to offspring via genes.
- Environment: External factors influencing an organism, including social, physical, and cultural surroundings.
- Chromosomes: Thread-like structures containing genetic information organized into genes.
- DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid): Molecule carrying the genetic code, responsible for building proteins.
- Genes: Specific segments of DNA coding for particular traits.
- Genome: Complete set of genetic instructions for an organism, encompassing all DNA on all chromosomes.
- Identical (Monozygotic) Twins: Developed from a single fertilized egg, sharing identical genetic information.
- Fraternal (Dizygotic) Twins: Developed from separate fertilized eggs, sharing half of their genes like regular siblings.
- Temperament: Natural emotional disposition, including traits like reactivity and activity level.
- Heritability: Statistical measure quantifying the extent to which variation in a trait within a population can be attributed to genetic factors.
- Interaction: Interplay between genetic and environmental factors where the effect of one depends on the other.
- Molecular Genetics: Study of genes at the molecular level, examining the structure and function of DNA.
- Molecular Behavior Genetics: Combines molecular genetics and behavioral studies to understand how genes influence behavior.
- Epigenetics: Study of how environmental factors affect gene expression without altering the DNA sequence itself.
Twin and Adoption Studies
- Twin Studies: Compare monozygotic (identical) and dizygotic (fraternal) twins to understand the role of genetics and environment in behavior and traits.
- Adoption Studies: Examine adopted children to understand the influence of environment versus genetics by comparing them to both biological and adoptive parents.
Evolutionary Psychology
- Natural Selection: Evolutionary process favoring traits that increase survival and reproduction.
- Sexual Selection: Evolutionary process that favors traits increasing mating success.
- Attractiveness and Mate Preferences: Factors influencing reproductive choices, playing a role in mate selection.
Cultural and Gender Diversity
- Biopsychosocial Approach: Comprehensive framework integrating biological, psychological, and social factors examining human behavior.
- Gender Roles: Socially defined expectations and behaviors associated with males and females.
- Societal Influences on Gender Norms: Cultural and societal contexts shaping expectations and perceptions of gender, influencing behavior and opportunities.
- Gender Bias in the Workplace: Unequal treatment and opportunities based on gender, impacting career advancement and wages.
- Mitigation Strategies for Gender Bias: Implementing diversity initiatives, mentorship programs, and equal opportunity policies to foster equitable workplaces.
- Sexual Aggression: A complex problem influenced by individual attitudes, cultural norms, and societal expectations.
- Intervention Strategies for Sexual Aggression: Educational campaigns and societal shifts addressing and reducing sexual violence.
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Explore key concepts in behavior genetics, including heredity, genes, and the influence of environment on traits. This quiz delves into the genetic and environmental factors that shape behaviors and characteristics, providing insights into the nature versus nurture debate. Perfect for students studying genetics or psychology.
