Psychology Chapter 1 Flashcards
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What is the term for having the respect and admiration of others?

esteem

What is the term for a building that is lived in by one or more families?

house

What term refers to having new or original ideas?

creativity

What is the highest level of human needs called?

<p>self-actualization</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for patterns of behavior that people display?

<p>roles</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a portable hut used by the nomadic people of Central Asia called?

<p>yurt</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes a way of life?

<p>lifestyle</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for two or more people living together who are related by birth, marriage, or adoption?

<p>family</p> Signup and view all the answers

What term describes the series of stages through which an individual or family passes during its lifetime?

<p>life cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are strong beliefs or ideas about what is important called?

<p>values</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the degree of satisfaction from life referred to as?

<p>quality of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for immediate housing environment?

<p>near environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Housing environments influence the behavior and feelings of humans.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term housing refers ONLY to single-family dwellings or houses.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

All humans have the same basic needs.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Archaeologists are social scientists who study ancient cultures by unearthing dwelling places of past civilizations.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Air and food are psychological needs.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Housing can help satisfy needs of beauty, self-expression, and esteem.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

People who value privacy like to have most areas of the house designed for group living.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Adults may have several roles but teens have just one.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Everyday activities, income, and occupation all influence housing.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A household can contain one person or a group of people.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A life cycle is a living pattern or way of life.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Every person is in some stage of the individual life cycle.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

As a family moves from one stage of the family life cycle to another, needs for living space stay the same.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Sustainable design is a subset of green design.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Green design strives to have low impact on the environment.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

A near environment is best described as:

<p>One small part of your total surroundings</p> Signup and view all the answers

If money from housing is extremely limited, people often place a special emphasis on:

<p>Basic needs</p> Signup and view all the answers

An example of a physical need is:

<p>Food</p> Signup and view all the answers

A building material made of sun-dried earth and straw is called:

<p>Adobe</p> Signup and view all the answers

An example of a psychological need is:

<p>Self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

A person who understands and appreciates his or her own worth has:

<p>Self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

The quality or qualities that give pleasure to the senses is called:

<p>Beauty</p> Signup and view all the answers

Displaying one's own personality and style preference through housing is best described as:

<p>Self-expression</p> Signup and view all the answers

All of the following are true about a household's need for space except:

<p>Furnishings have no effect on the perception of space in a room</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following offers the most privacy?

<p>Living in a single person household</p> Signup and view all the answers

An extended family may not include:

<p>Friends</p> Signup and view all the answers

The family life cycle includes the _______ stage:

<p>Launching</p> Signup and view all the answers

The study of humans and their environment is called:

<p>Human ecology</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Concepts and Definitions

  • Esteem: Respect and admiration from others.
  • House: A building designed for families to live in.
  • Creativity: The ability to develop new or original ideas.
  • Self-actualization: The highest level of human needs, where individuals realize their full potential.
  • Roles: Established patterns of behavior exhibited by individuals in various contexts.
  • Yurt: A portable dwelling traditionally used by nomadic Central Asian tribes.
  • Lifestyle: The manner in which individuals or groups live, encompassing habits and preferences.
  • Family: A group of two or more people related by birth, marriage, or adoption.
  • Life Cycle: A sequence of stages individuals or families pass through during their lives.
  • Values: Strong beliefs about what is significant or important in life.
  • Quality of Life: Degree of satisfaction derived from living conditions, encompassing health, comfort, and well-being.
  • Near Environment: The immediate surroundings where one lives.

True or False Insights

  • Housing environments significantly affect human behavior and emotions.
  • Housing encompasses more than just single-family homes.
  • Basic needs, such as air and food, are universal among humans.
  • Archaeologists study ancient civilizations through their former housing structures.
  • Psychological needs do not include air and food.
  • Housing contributes to satisfying aesthetic, self-expressive, and esteem needs.
  • Privacy preferences impact housing design choices.
  • Adults and teens both embody multiple roles throughout their lives.
  • Daily activities, financial status, and job situations influence housing needs.
  • A household can consist of either individuals or groups living together.

Life Cycle and Needs

  • Every individual is at a distinct stage in their individual life cycle.
  • Family stages result in changing living space requirements.
  • Sustainable design is part of green design, which aims to minimize environmental impact.

Housing and Environment Assessment

  • A near environment refers to a specific segment of one's surroundings.
  • Limited financial resources may prioritize basic needs in housing.
  • Physical needs include essentials like food, whereas psychological needs include self-esteem.

Material and Spatial Awareness

  • Adobe is a building material made from sun-dried earth and straw.
  • Housing that reflects personality and style is a form of self-expression.
  • The perception of space in a room can be influenced by furnishings.
  • Adequate space is essential to prevent feelings of crowding, while excessive space may lead to loneliness.

Family Dynamics

  • Extended families can include aunts, uncles, and grandparents but typically do not include friends.
  • The family life cycle features stages such as launching adult children.
  • Human ecology is the discipline that studies the relationship between humans and their environment.

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These flashcards cover key terms from Psychology Chapter 1. Each card provides a word along with its definition, helping to reinforce your understanding of fundamental concepts in psychology. Perfect for students preparing for exams or wanting to enhance their knowledge in the subject.

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