Questions and Answers
__________ is the need or desire that energizes and directs behavior.
Which of the following is the correct order for Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory?
Which theory explains Judy's experiment of frowning all day?
The 'high road' in emotional responses is __________ than the 'low road' and allows __________ to affect your emotions.
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Maintaining a state of balance by eating before getting too hungry is called __________.
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Depressed people show less activity in the __________ side of the __________ cortex.
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How does the Yerkes-Dodson law explain Mateeka's performance in the championship game?
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What gender differences have been found regarding how we perceive and express emotions?
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__________ is an estimate of how many calories the body burns when at rest.
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Damien's sudden hunger after feeling full could be explained by _____.
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What explains Loki's loss of interest in cleaning after being paid for it?
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Ian's bungee jumping behavior is NOT a good example of __________ theory.
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Students who don't give up easily on tests demonstrate what Dweck calls a __________.
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What type of feedback would best improve Lola's intrinsic motivation?
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What do most psychologists now believe about the instinct theory for human behavior?
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Bianca is engaging in __________ when imagining a positive experience with her future in-laws.
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Susan's feelings of hunger were influenced by __________.
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Lebron possesses a __________ mindset according to Carol Dweck.
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Juan's emotional experiences __________ the James-Lange theory of emotion.
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When people feel they have choice and connection, they have a reduced level of which stress hormone?
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Your emotional reaction to a bear running across your path would best be explained by which theory?
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Myra feels frustrated and depressed due to lack of choice in her teaching job. Which psychological need is not being met?
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Lars's reaction during his surprise birthday party can be explained by which theory of emotion?
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According to Maslow, self-actualization is __________ while self-transcendence is __________.
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Certain facial expressions universally associated with specific emotions is known as the __________ hypothesis.
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Sheila's curiosity after hearing laughter is best represented by which theory?
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Huang's better choice according to the Yerkes-Dodson law would be:
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Rashad's attraction to a woman during a workout may indicate __________.
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Frankie's stalled weight loss after losing 10 pounds could be explained by:
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What are the three needs according to self-determination theory?
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Study Notes
Motivation and Emotion
- Motivation energizes and directs behavior, categorized into intrinsic and extrinsic types.
- Maslow's hierarchy of needs orders requirements from basic physiological needs to self-actualization and self-transcendence.
Theories of Emotion
- Facial Feedback Hypothesis states that facial expressions can influence emotional experiences.
- Cannon-Bard Theory posits that emotional and physiological responses occur simultaneously.
- Two-Factor Theory emphasizes the role of cognitive appraisal in emotional response.
- James-Lange Theory suggests emotions result from physiological reactions.
Biological and Psychological Influences
- Homeostasis refers to the physiological balance maintained by organisms.
- Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR) measures calorie expenditure at rest.
- A person's cultural background significantly influences emotional responses, such as food preferences.
Effects of Arousal and Performance
- Yerkes-Dodson Law indicates that too high arousal can impair performance on complex tasks, while moderate arousal aids performance.
- Overjustification effect occurs when external rewards diminish intrinsic motivation.
Gender Differences in Emotion Perception
- Women tend to detect and interpret nonverbal cues better than men, indicating differences in emotional perception.
Psychological Needs
- According to self-determination theory, autonomy, relatedness, and competence are essential psychological needs for well-being.
- Lack of autonomy can lead to frustration and decreased motivation.
Mindset and Persistence
- A growth mindset encourages perseverance and effort while a fixed mindset hinders it, affecting success outcomes.
Miscellaneous Concepts
- Affective forecasting involves predicting emotional reactions to future events.
- Universality hypothesis suggests certain facial expressions are recognized across cultures.
- The set point theory explains weight maintenance despite dietary changes, suggesting a biological regulation of body weight.
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