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Edward Hall mentions four kinds of interpersonal physical distance including __________ distance, which is up to 18 inches.
Edward Hall mentions four kinds of interpersonal physical distance including __________ distance, which is up to 18 inches.
intimate
The distance maintained when interacting one on one with close friends is known as __________ distance.
The distance maintained when interacting one on one with close friends is known as __________ distance.
personal
Formal interactions typically require a __________ distance of 4 to 10 feet.
Formal interactions typically require a __________ distance of 4 to 10 feet.
social
In a formal setting with many individuals, one would maintain a __________ distance of 10 feet to infinity.
In a formal setting with many individuals, one would maintain a __________ distance of 10 feet to infinity.
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Lack of personal space can lead to __________, causing negative reactions in crowded situations.
Lack of personal space can lead to __________, causing negative reactions in crowded situations.
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Natural disasters like __________ and earthquakes are events that humans cannot control.
Natural disasters like __________ and earthquakes are events that humans cannot control.
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Human-caused disasters include wars and industrial accidents like the leakage of __________ gases.
Human-caused disasters include wars and industrial accidents like the leakage of __________ gases.
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Epidemic diseases such as __________ are another type of disaster caused by human interactions with nature.
Epidemic diseases such as __________ are another type of disaster caused by human interactions with nature.
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Bullying a new student to snatch a ______ from him.
Bullying a new student to snatch a ______ from him.
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Hostile aggression is shown as an expression of ______ towards the target.
Hostile aggression is shown as an expression of ______ towards the target.
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Aggressiveness is an inborn tendency among human beings as in ______.
Aggressiveness is an inborn tendency among human beings as in ______.
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Aggression could be triggered by a state of ______ activated in certain parts of the brain.
Aggression could be triggered by a state of ______ activated in certain parts of the brain.
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The way a child is brought up often influences his/her ______.
The way a child is brought up often influences his/her ______.
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Children whose parents use physical punishment end up becoming more ______.
Children whose parents use physical punishment end up becoming more ______.
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Aggression is an expression and consequence of ______.
Aggression is an expression and consequence of ______.
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Frustrated persons did demonstrate more aggression than ______ persons.
Frustrated persons did demonstrate more aggression than ______ persons.
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A member of a majority group who is prejudiced towards a minority group may show aggressive behavior such as using abusive language or physically assaulting the minority group, which is a case of displaced ______.
A member of a majority group who is prejudiced towards a minority group may show aggressive behavior such as using abusive language or physically assaulting the minority group, which is a case of displaced ______.
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Aggression among human beings is more often a result of ______ than an inborn tendency.
Aggression among human beings is more often a result of ______ than an inborn tendency.
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Albert Bandura demonstrated the role of ______ in learning aggressive behavior through his experiments.
Albert Bandura demonstrated the role of ______ in learning aggressive behavior through his experiments.
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If a person feels ______ due to insults or threats after watching a violent movie, they are more likely to show aggression.
If a person feels ______ due to insults or threats after watching a violent movie, they are more likely to show aggression.
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The availability of ______ has been found to increase the likelihood of aggression in individuals.
The availability of ______ has been found to increase the likelihood of aggression in individuals.
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People who have low self-esteem and feel insecure may behave aggressively to boost their ______.
People who have low self-esteem and feel insecure may behave aggressively to boost their ______.
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Cultural factors can teach individuals to be aggressive or ______ depending on their upbringing.
Cultural factors can teach individuals to be aggressive or ______ depending on their upbringing.
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Creating appropriate situations and attitudes can help to ______ the general problems of growing aggression.
Creating appropriate situations and attitudes can help to ______ the general problems of growing aggression.
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Parents and teachers should not encourage or reward aggressive behavior in any form, and the use of ______ to bring discipline needs to be changed to being more firm.
Parents and teachers should not encourage or reward aggressive behavior in any form, and the use of ______ to bring discipline needs to be changed to being more firm.
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Opportunities to observe and imitate aggressive behavior models should be reduced drastically, portraying aggression as ______ behavior should be avoided.
Opportunities to observe and imitate aggressive behavior models should be reduced drastically, portraying aggression as ______ behavior should be avoided.
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Social injustice and ______ must be alienated in order to reduce frustration causing situations.
Social injustice and ______ must be alienated in order to reduce frustration causing situations.
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It is important to inculcate a positive attitude towards ______ as our cultural values have always favored peace.
It is important to inculcate a positive attitude towards ______ as our cultural values have always favored peace.
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The definition of 'Health' by the World Health Organization (WHO) includes biological, psychological, social, and ______ aspects of life.
The definition of 'Health' by the World Health Organization (WHO) includes biological, psychological, social, and ______ aspects of life.
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Psychologists point out various factors such as health-related cognition including attitudes, beliefs, behavior, and social factors related to physical ______.
Psychologists point out various factors such as health-related cognition including attitudes, beliefs, behavior, and social factors related to physical ______.
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A person's perception of ______ and their willingness to seek help greatly influences their health outcomes.
A person's perception of ______ and their willingness to seek help greatly influences their health outcomes.
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Psychologists have found strong evidence of effects of ______ on our health.
Psychologists have found strong evidence of effects of ______ on our health.
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Many physical and psychological disturbances are due to our disturbed expressions of ______.
Many physical and psychological disturbances are due to our disturbed expressions of ______.
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Unsafe sexual behavior is one of the habits that can contribute to incidences of ______ diseases.
Unsafe sexual behavior is one of the habits that can contribute to incidences of ______ diseases.
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A new branch called ______ Medicine seeks to alleviate stress-related disease.
A new branch called ______ Medicine seeks to alleviate stress-related disease.
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Cultural norms associated with roles, gender, and values can lead to various health ______.
Cultural norms associated with roles, gender, and values can lead to various health ______.
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The psychological impact of television on humans can be both ______ and negative.
The psychological impact of television on humans can be both ______ and negative.
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When people watch television continuously, it creates dullness of mind and reduces ______.
When people watch television continuously, it creates dullness of mind and reduces ______.
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Children's ability to concentrate on one activity reduces due to excessive ______ time.
Children's ability to concentrate on one activity reduces due to excessive ______ time.
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Research studies indicate that many children are vulnerable to the impact of ______.
Research studies indicate that many children are vulnerable to the impact of ______.
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People living in deserts or hilly regions often face harsh climates and end up being ______.
People living in deserts or hilly regions often face harsh climates and end up being ______.
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Economic, social, and political factors can lead to ______ due to discrimination.
Economic, social, and political factors can lead to ______ due to discrimination.
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The 'culture of ______' convinces individuals to accept poverty as a way of life.
The 'culture of ______' convinces individuals to accept poverty as a way of life.
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The poverty cycle often begins with low income and leads to ______ opportunities.
The poverty cycle often begins with low income and leads to ______ opportunities.
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Rapid growth of population in developing countries creates a ______ effect as people move to urban areas.
Rapid growth of population in developing countries creates a ______ effect as people move to urban areas.
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Providing financial relief and medical facilities helps to break the ______ cycle.
Providing financial relief and medical facilities helps to break the ______ cycle.
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Education and employment opportunities help the poor discover their abilities and reduce ______.
Education and employment opportunities help the poor discover their abilities and reduce ______.
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To improve their living conditions, measures should be taken to enhance physical and mental ______.
To improve their living conditions, measures should be taken to enhance physical and mental ______.
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Study Notes
Psychology and Life
- Psychology's meaning has changed significantly over the last 50 years, adapting to modern lifestyles.
- Environmental psychology studies the interplay between humans and their surroundings, including natural environments.
- Ecology directly examines the relationship between environments and their impact on inhabitants.
- This field considers influences of environment on behavior and society, finding solutions in community-level approaches.
- Environmental concerns, stress, noise, pollution, and crowding are examined.
- Consequences of social issues like aggression, violence, health, poverty, and discrimination are also analyzed, encompassing the impact of factors like television.
- Understanding these issues can inform pro-environmental behaviors, minimize violence and discrimination, and promote health.
Human - Environment Relationship
- The relationship between humans and their environment plays a crucial role in daily life.
- Environmental psychology examines the interaction between human behavior and their environment, considering various aspects.
- This includes natural environments such as forests, rivers, and landscapes and constructed environments like cities.
- Environmental design and planning reflect human-environment relations, including architectural aspects, urban planning views, influence of design on social interaction, and human control of nature.
- Humans impact the environment, leading to pollution, deforestation, and climate change.
Environmental and Human Behavior
- The psychological effects of environmental factors and human behaviors are crucial.
- Environmental factors, including noise, pollution, crowding, and natural disasters lead to psychological stress.
- This stress can manifest in various psychological problems such as stress, anxiety and even depression.
- Natural disasters have an impact on people's behavior, including psychological changes.
- Humans are the source of many environmental problems, including air, water, and land pollution.
- These problems can have negative impacts on physical and mental health.
Noise
- Noise, a sound annoying or irritating, can have negative effects on mental activity.
- Intensity, predictability, and controllability affect the impacts of noise on performance.
- Constant unpredictable noise is more disturbing than continuous noise.
- Noise affects performance and can lead to reduced concentration, work productivity, and a decline in cognitive skills.
Pollution
- Environmental pollution, including water, air, and soil pollution, has severe psychological effects, causing stress and decreased well-being.
- Littered areas have psychological negative impacts on humans
Crowding
- Crowding is the feeling of discomfort due to too many people or things.
- It reduces personal space and privacy.
- Crowding has negative impacts on social interaction.
- Crowding tolerance relates to the ability to tolerate high-density environments.
- Competition tolerance is the ability to compete for resources in crowded situations.
- Cultural values influence the experience and reaction to crowding.
Aggression and Violence
- Aggression is behavior intended to cause harm, while violence often involves the intention of causing injury, often involving damage, destruction, or abuse.
- Aggression's causes include frustration, observational learning, physiological factors, and cultural influences.
- Techniques utilized to reduce aggression include parental guidance, modifying behavioral responses towards non-aggressive outcomes, and adapting to stressful events via supportive coping mechanisms.
Health
- Health encompasses biological, psychological, social, and spiritual aspects.
- Psychological factors affect how individuals perceive, react to, and cope with illness.
- Cognitive factors (attitudes and beliefs regarding health) affect how people approach health concerns.
Television
- Television's use for communication, information, and awareness.
- Negative effects of excessive screen time include aggression and reduction of concentration.
Poverty
- Poverty is a condition characterized by a lack of basic necessities (food, clothing, and shelter).
- Poverty and discrimination are linked to social disadvantages and can negatively impact health, education, and economic well-being.
Natural Disasters
- Natural disasters (earthquakes, floods, etc.) cause immediate and long-term stress that impacts people's mental health.
- Immediate psychological responses to natural disasters and subsequent long-term stress and consequences have negative implications for people's well-being and overall health.
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This quiz explores the concepts of interpersonal physical distances as defined by Edward Hall, including intimate, personal, social, and public distances. It also covers topics related to aggression and disasters, both natural and human-caused. Test your understanding of these important social dynamics.
