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Lee assumes Kara is yelling at him because she likes to bully him, not because she had a bad day. Lee is making a ________.
Lee assumes Kara is yelling at him because she likes to bully him, not because she had a bad day. Lee is making a ________.
Which of the following best defines the Asch effect?
Which of the following best defines the Asch effect?
When it comes to social psychology, a script is a ________.
When it comes to social psychology, a script is a ________.
A(n) ________ is the evaluation of or feelings toward a person, idea, or object that are typically positive or negative.
A(n) ________ is the evaluation of or feelings toward a person, idea, or object that are typically positive or negative.
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Which type of persuasion involves encouraging a person to agree to a small favor or to buy a small item, only to later request a larger favor or purchase of a larger item?
Which type of persuasion involves encouraging a person to agree to a small favor or to buy a small item, only to later request a larger favor or purchase of a larger item?
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Who was Stanley Milgram?
Who was Stanley Milgram?
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What is the main point of the Stanford prison experiment?
What is the main point of the Stanford prison experiment?
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Which statement about social psychology is most accurate?
Which statement about social psychology is most accurate?
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What was the major flaw in the Stanford prison experiment?
What was the major flaw in the Stanford prison experiment?
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Based on the discussion, which of the following strategies would effectively reduce prejudice between groups?
Based on the discussion, which of the following strategies would effectively reduce prejudice between groups?
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Which of the following strategies would effectively reduce racism?
Which of the following strategies would effectively reduce racism?
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Which of the following best exemplifies prosocial behavior?
Which of the following best exemplifies prosocial behavior?
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Suppose you are walking down a street. A woman has fallen down, but because there are so many people around, it does not occur to you that you should help. You just assume someone else is about to help her and keep walking. This is an example of ________.
Suppose you are walking down a street. A woman has fallen down, but because there are so many people around, it does not occur to you that you should help. You just assume someone else is about to help her and keep walking. This is an example of ________.
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Janeka does poorly on her psychology final, so she picks on her mother's ability to cook. A frustration aggression theorist might explain this by focusing on ________.
Janeka does poorly on her psychology final, so she picks on her mother's ability to cook. A frustration aggression theorist might explain this by focusing on ________.
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Fatima generalizes that all men are irresponsible players, cheaters, and liars. When it comes to men, Fatima may be applying ________: negative beliefs about individuals based solely on their membership in a group.
Fatima generalizes that all men are irresponsible players, cheaters, and liars. When it comes to men, Fatima may be applying ________: negative beliefs about individuals based solely on their membership in a group.
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Mona works at a bank. When Luis, a Colombian man, arrives to drop off his paycheck, she pretends to be busy and directs him to another teller. She does this whenever a non-White person wants assistance. This is an example of ________.
Mona works at a bank. When Luis, a Colombian man, arrives to drop off his paycheck, she pretends to be busy and directs him to another teller. She does this whenever a non-White person wants assistance. This is an example of ________.
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Jasmin belongs to the chess club on her campus. She prefers to associate with other members of the chess club while avoiding people that do not belong to this group. Jasmin has a(n) ________ bias.
Jasmin belongs to the chess club on her campus. She prefers to associate with other members of the chess club while avoiding people that do not belong to this group. Jasmin has a(n) ________ bias.
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Which of the following is an example of the self-fulfilling prophecy?
Which of the following is an example of the self-fulfilling prophecy?
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Which of the following is the best example of the foot-in-the-door technique of persuasion?
Which of the following is the best example of the foot-in-the-door technique of persuasion?
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Don knows that drinking too much liquor is a costly habit that is bad for his health, but he continues to drink large amounts of liquor. He also thinks he is a smart person that makes good choices. Don feels some psychological discomfort from this contradiction, which is also called ________.
Don knows that drinking too much liquor is a costly habit that is bad for his health, but he continues to drink large amounts of liquor. He also thinks he is a smart person that makes good choices. Don feels some psychological discomfort from this contradiction, which is also called ________.
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Study Notes
Attribution and Social Influence
- Fundamental Attribution Error: Tendency to attribute others' actions to their character rather than situational factors; example: assuming someone's anger is due to their nature, not their bad day.
- Asch Effect: Influence of group majority on an individual's judgment, demonstrating how peer pressure alters personal opinions.
Social Psychology Concepts
- Script: Person's mental representation of the sequence of events in a specific context, guiding expectations in social situations.
- Attitude: Evaluation of or feelings toward a person, idea, or object, carrying either positive or negative connotations.
Persuasion Techniques
- Foot-in-the-Door Technique: A persuasion method that involves initially getting someone to agree to a small request, before introducing a larger request.
Notable Experiments and Theorists
- Stanley Milgram: Yale professor known for his controversial obedience experiments, testing the extent individuals would follow authority even to the detriment of others.
- Stanford Prison Experiment: Highlighted how assigned social roles significantly influence human behavior; emphasized the dangers of power and dehumanization.
Influences on Thoughts and Behaviors
- Social psychology heavily influences individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; it's not solely determined by biological factors.
- Major flaw in the Stanford prison experiment was the absence of a control group, raising ethical concerns.
Strategies to Reduce Prejudice and Racism
- Reducing Prejudice: Effective strategies include promoting cooperative tasks under equal conditions and fostering educational exchanges between groups.
- Combatting Racism: Encouraging independent thinking in children that challenges societal norms promoting racism enhances social awareness.
Behavioral Patterns in Social Contexts
- Prosocial Behavior: Actions benefiting others, exemplified by helping behaviors such as regularly visiting an elderly relative to assist them.
- Diffusion of Responsibility: A phenomenon where individuals in a group defer responsibility to others, leading to bystander inaction—example: witnessing someone fall but assuming someone else will help.
Psychological Theories and Impacts
- Frustration-Aggression Theory: Explains aggressive behavior as a response to frustration; example: stressing about an exam leading to misplaced aggression towards others.
- Stereotypes: Overgeneralized beliefs about a group; Fatima's assumption about men reflects negative stereotypes impacting perceptions.
Discrimination and In-group Bias
- Discrimination: Unfair treatment based on group affiliation; illustrated through Mona's behavior towards non-White customers.
- In-group Bias: Favoritism towards one's own group while discriminating against outsiders; relevant in social identity contexts.
Self-fulfilling Prophecy
- A belief or expectation that influences behavior in a manner that causes the belief to become true; example: discouraging someone with dyslexia, leading to failure in learning.
Cognitive Dissonance
- Psychological discomfort from conflicting beliefs or behaviors; Don experiences this by recognizing the health risks of drinking yet continuing the habit, reflecting a dissonance between actions and self-perception.
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Test your knowledge of key concepts from Chapter 12 of Psychology with these flashcards. The questions cover important theories and terms related to social psychology, including attribution errors and their implications. Perfect for preparing for your final exam!
