Psychology Chapter 3

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Define learning.

Learning is defined as a relatively permanent change in behavior as a result of experience or practice.

What are the three types of stimuli that attract our attention?

Novel stimuli, significant stimuli, and conflicting stimuli.

Define locus of control.

Locus of control is an individual’s belief system regarding the causes of his or her experiences and the factors to which that person attributes success or failure.

What is self-efficacy?

Self-efficacy is our belief about our ability to perform behaviors that should lead to expected outcomes. Signup and view all the answers

According to learning theorists, our behavior and personality are shaped through which processes?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

Observational learning requires conscious intention.

False Signup and view all the answers

What are the four characteristics of emotions?

Physiological or internal changes, behavioral expressions, cognitive interpretations, and motivational tendencies. Signup and view all the answers

What are the different types of emotions according to the text?

Primary, mixed, intense Signup and view all the answers

List strategies for dealing with problematic emotions like fear, anxiety, anger, guilt, grief, and love.

Facing fears, taking risks, acknowledging the positive, diffusing anger, and dealing with grief by readjusting and forming new relationships. Signup and view all the answers

Summarize how emotions develop according to the text.

Emotions develop from early infancy, influenced by heredity, external experiences, and social messages. Signup and view all the answers

True or False: Emotional intelligence includes the ability to regulate one's own emotions and understand others' emotions.

True Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of denying emotions according to the text?

Physical symptoms like headaches Signup and view all the answers

List the five steps involved in dealing with your emotions as described in the text.

Listen to your body, identify your feelings, personalize your feelings, own your feelings, decide what to do with your feelings. Signup and view all the answers

Match the main components of the healing process with forgiveness:

Exploring the anger you have = Deciding to forgive Working on forgiveness = Discovery and release Learning about oneself and others = Feeling free of negative energy Signup and view all the answers

What are emotional display rules in different cultures?

Culturally prescribed norms that dictate how emotions should be expressed. Signup and view all the answers

What are the benefits of expressing feelings according to the text?

Positive self-perception, strengthened relationships, and emotional relief. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Learning and Locus of Control

Learning is defined as a relatively permanent change in behavior as a result of experience or practice.
Examples of learning include developing a dislike for green peas due to forced consumption as a child, or trying something new and deciding whether to repeat it based on the outcome.
Attention is a crucial step in the learning process, and three types of stimuli attract our attention: novel, significant, and conflicting stimuli.
Learning theory is the basis of all interactions, and understanding it can help us acquire new relationships, improve existing ones, and influence others' behavior.

Locus of Control

Locus of control refers to an individual's belief system about the causes of their experiences and whether they attribute success or failure to internal or external factors.
Internal locus of control means attributing success to one's own efforts and abilities, while external locus of control means attributing success to luck or fate.
Having an internal locus of control can lead to greater effort and motivation.

Gaining Control Over Personal Life

Strategies for gaining control over personal life include:
- Changing aspects of one's environment
- Trying new activities and taking on new responsibilities
- Practicing mindfulness and being present in the moment
- Managing emotions and procrastination

Self-Efficacy

Self-efficacy is the belief in one's ability to perform behaviors that lead to expected outcomes.
High self-efficacy is associated with greater effort and persistence in developing skills.
Perceptions of self-efficacy can influence which challenges we take on and how well we perform them.

Social learning theory states that much of our personality is learned through interactions with others and observing their behavior.
Observational learning occurs when we observe others and store their behavior in our memory, often without conscious awareness.
Modeling, or imitation, has a significant impact on personality development.

Operant Conditioning

Operant conditioning is based on the idea that behavior is controlled by its consequences.
The law of effect states that behaviors followed by positive consequences are more likely to be repeated, while those followed by negative consequences are less likely to be repeated.
Reinforcers, such as primary and conditioned reinforcers, can strengthen or weaken behavior.

Consequences of Behavior

Positive reinforcement increases a behavior by presenting a pleasant stimulus.
Negative reinforcement increases a behavior by removing an unpleasant stimulus.
Punishment decreases a behavior by presenting an unpleasant stimulus.

Classical Conditioning

Classical conditioning is a process by which neutral stimuli become associated with naturally occurring stimuli to elicit a response.
Classical conditioning has a significant impact on our emotions, including fears, phobias, and attractions.

Self-Change Programs

Self-change programs involve identifying the behavior to be changed, setting goals, and designing a program to achieve those goals.
Monitoring and evaluating progress are crucial components of self-change programs.
Reinforcers and punishment can be used to motivate change.

Emotions

Emotions are complex psychological and physiological states that involve feelings, thoughts, and propensities to act.
Emotions can be facilitative or debilitative, and can have a significant impact on our daily lives.
Strategies for controlling emotions include mindfulness, deep breathing, and identifying emotional triggers.

Characteristics of Emotions

Emotions involve physiological changes, behavioral expressions, cognitive interpretations, and motivational tendencies.
Emotions can be primary, mixed, mild, or intense.

Strategies for Dealing with Emotions

Strategies for dealing with emotions include:
- Facing and admitting fears and anxieties
- Taking risks and acknowledging positive outcomes
- Diffusing anger through counting, taking a cooling-off period, and addressing anger when calm
- Dealing with grief by freeing oneself emotionally, readjusting to life, and resuming ordinary activities

Emotional Intelligence

Emotional intelligence consists of the ability to monitor, access, express, and regulate one's own emotions, as well as identify and understand others' emotions.
Emotional intelligence includes four essential abilities: perceiving, using, understanding, and regulating emotions.
Developing emotional intelligence enables individuals to know themselves, control their emotions, show empathy, and use social skills effectively.

Consequences of Denying Emotions

Denying emotions can lead to repression, which can manifest physically, and chronic suppression, which can interfere with rational problem-solving.
Suppressing emotions can lead to unhealthy consequences, such as explosions of emotion or socialization problems.

Dealing with Emotions

Five steps for dealing with emotions include:
- Listening to one's body and identifying physiological changes
- Identifying and naming emotions
- Personalizing feelings and describing their impact
- Owning feelings and accepting responsibility
- Deciding what to do with feelings and considering timing, relationship, and mannerisms

Emotional Display Rules

Emotional display rules are culturally prescribed norms that distinguish how and when to express emotions.
Different cultures have different display rules, and understanding these differences can help prevent communication problems.

Benefits of Expressing Emotions

Expressing emotions can lead to positive feelings about oneself, strengthened relationships, and relief from pressure.
Feelings of love, tenderness, and warmth toward others can give us a sense of well-being.### Emotional Responses and Well-being
Emotional responses to happy or joyful experiences enhance our lives and contribute to overall well-being.
Emotional responses to humor or laughter have a positive impact on our emotional state, making us feel good about being alive.

The Importance of Emotional Expression

Truly experiencing and sharing emotions with others is necessary to reap the benefits of good feelings.
Expressing feelings can lead to a healing process.

The Forgiveness Process

Forgiveness involves a four-stage process: exploring anger, deciding to forgive, working on forgiveness, and discovery and release.
This process enables individuals to learn about themselves, others, and relationships.

The Benefits of Forgiveness

Forgiveness is a self-directed act that promotes happiness, health, and well-being.
Forgiveness frees us from negative energy and allows us to move forward.
Unresolved anger can have a negative impact on all relationships if left unchecked.

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Learn about the definition of learning and how learning theory impacts our daily lives, including how children develop behaviors by observing others.