PSYC 3770: Self Across Differences Part 2 Exam Recap

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What psychological conflict is induced by feeling pressured to choose a single race for Black-White biracial people?

Enhanced self-confidence

Positive affect and higher self-esteem

Reduced motivation on a subsequent task (correct)

Increased identity congruence

How do family discussions about race help with identity flexibility in biracial children?

By increasing the frequency of changing identifications

By enforcing a strict choice of a single race

By diminishing the desire for accurate understanding of their race

By facilitating open dialogue and understanding of multiple racial identities (correct)

In what way can multiracial identities be similar to bicultural identities?

By allowing various integration paths for individuals (correct)

By requiring the exclusion of one race to fully embrace the other

By inducing psychological conflict from choosing multiple identities

By limiting self-esteem and motivation in tasks

How does priming Black-White biracial people with one of their races affect their subsequent behaviors?

Leads to psychological conflict Signup and view all the answers

What is a common outcome for biracial people regarding their identification?

Increased desire for others to accurately understand their race Signup and view all the answers

How can writing about their multiracial identity benefit individuals according to the study?

Enhanced creativity Signup and view all the answers

What type of exam did the students in PSYC 3770 have on 3/5/2024?

A combination of multiple choice and short answer questions Signup and view all the answers

How many points were possible in total for Exam 1 in PSYC 3770 on 3/5/2024?

67 Signup and view all the answers

What did the instructor offer students as a chance to improve their scores after Exam 1?

Revision option for short answers Signup and view all the answers

How does race tend to be perceived by White Americans compared to racial minorities?

Race is less central for White Americans than racial minorities Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the challenges faced by racial minorities, as mentioned in the text?

Stereotyping and discrimination Signup and view all the answers

What was the early research question about racial/ethnic identity mentioned in the text?

Is a strong sense of racial/ethnic identity damaging or helpful? Signup and view all the answers

What does being transgender not require?

Physical transition Signup and view all the answers

Which term refers to identifying as a gender different from the one assigned at birth?

Transgender Signup and view all the answers

What type of surgery is mentioned as part of gender transition for transgender individuals?

Gender-affirming surgery Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes the state of identifying with the gender assigned at birth?

Cisgender Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of transitioning for transgender individuals besides physical changes?

Using preferred name and pronouns Signup and view all the answers

In the context of gender identity, what does 'androgynous' refer to?

Having a mix of masculine and feminine characteristics Signup and view all the answers

What did the study mention positively predicted psychological adjustment and well-being?

Felt gender compatibility Signup and view all the answers

What negatively predicted psychological adjustment and well-being?

Pressure to conform to gender stereotypes Signup and view all the answers

What aspect is mentioned as important for both self-identity and reducing external pressure?

Choosing the correct categories for oneself Signup and view all the answers

Which factor was identified as potentially improving attitudes towards newer gender identities?

Choosing the correct categories for oneself Signup and view all the answers

What was found to have a negative impact on psychological well-being in the context of gender identity development?

Felt gender compatibility Signup and view all the answers

How do socially-transitioned trans kids compare to cisgender kids in terms of gender development?

They show little discrepancy in gender development. Signup and view all the answers

What is a key factor contributing to the good mental health of socially-transitioned trans kids?

Living as their gender identity and receiving family support. Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation mentioned regarding Gülgöz and others' study on transgender and cisgender children's gender development?

Limited demographic in data collection. Signup and view all the answers

How would social acceptance of a child's preferred gender impact their gender development?

Positively influence their gender development. Signup and view all the answers

What has led to high rates of mental health issues in some trans adolescents and adults?

Lack of social support and familial acceptance. Signup and view all the answers

How does the gender development of socially-transitioned trans kids differ from that of cisgender kids according to the study mentioned?

It shows little discrepancy. Signup and view all the answers