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How does the illusion of transparency contribute to conflicts in a relationship?
How does the illusion of transparency contribute to conflicts in a relationship?
- People may assume their partner is aware of their feelings without expressing them, leading to frustration and misunderstandings. (correct)
- People may be overly critical of their partner's perceived shortcomings, due to a heightened sense of self-importance.
- People may overestimate their partner's contributions, making them feel underappreciated and creating tension.
- People may feel overly self-conscious about their appearance and behavior, fearing judgment from their partner.
What is a potential consequence of experiencing the spotlight effect?
What is a potential consequence of experiencing the spotlight effect?
- Individuals may feel excessive embarrassment regarding minor blunders, believing everyone noticed. (correct)
- Individuals may be more likely to engage in risky behaviors to gain attention.
- Individuals may develop a heightened sense of empathy and concern for others' feelings.
- Individuals may become more assertive and confident in social situations.
Which term, mentioned in the content, refers to the belief that our internal states are more readily observable by others than they actually are?
Which term, mentioned in the content, refers to the belief that our internal states are more readily observable by others than they actually are?
- Spotlight effect
- Illusion of transparency (correct)
- Social phobia
- Egocentric bias
Which of the following mental disorders is characterized by an intense fear of being scrutinized or judged, resembling the spotlight effect?
Which of the following mental disorders is characterized by an intense fear of being scrutinized or judged, resembling the spotlight effect?
What strategy was suggested in the text to potentially counter egocentric biases in relationships?
What strategy was suggested in the text to potentially counter egocentric biases in relationships?
In the context of the text, what is a potential reason for conflicts arising in workplace settings?
In the context of the text, what is a potential reason for conflicts arising in workplace settings?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential consequence of egocentric bias?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a potential consequence of egocentric bias?
Based on the information presented, which statement accurately reflects how egocentric biases can occur in marital relationships?
Based on the information presented, which statement accurately reflects how egocentric biases can occur in marital relationships?
What is a primary reason why people tend to overestimate their contributions to joint tasks?
What is a primary reason why people tend to overestimate their contributions to joint tasks?
Which phenomenon describes the belief that one's feelings and inner states are more visible to others than they truly are?
Which phenomenon describes the belief that one's feelings and inner states are more visible to others than they truly are?
What observation suggests that motivated reasoning alone does not fully explain the overestimation of contributions in married couples?
What observation suggests that motivated reasoning alone does not fully explain the overestimation of contributions in married couples?
How does self-consciousness affect people's perception of their social interactions?
How does self-consciousness affect people's perception of their social interactions?
What is one consequence of the overestimation of self-contributions in relationships?
What is one consequence of the overestimation of self-contributions in relationships?
What cognitive bias makes it easier for individuals to recall their own contributions to tasks?
What cognitive bias makes it easier for individuals to recall their own contributions to tasks?
What belief contributes to misunderstandings in communication according to the illusion of transparency?
What belief contributes to misunderstandings in communication according to the illusion of transparency?
Which factor weakly correlates with the magnitude of overestimation of contributions in couples?
Which factor weakly correlates with the magnitude of overestimation of contributions in couples?
Flashcards
Egocentrism
Egocentrism
The tendency to see oneself as the center of attention, leading to overestimating personal contributions.
Conflict due to credit assignment
Conflict due to credit assignment
When people feel shortchanged in joint tasks, leading to interpersonal conflict.
Self-consciousness
Self-consciousness
An increased awareness of oneself that can be debilitating.
Illusion of transparency
Illusion of transparency
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Cognitive availability
Cognitive availability
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Motivated reasoning
Motivated reasoning
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Overestimation bias
Overestimation bias
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Social spotlight effect
Social spotlight effect
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Egocentric Bias in Marital Relationships
Egocentric Bias in Marital Relationships
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Egocentric Bias in Workplace
Egocentric Bias in Workplace
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Countering Egocentrism Strategy
Countering Egocentrism Strategy
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Spotlight Effect
Spotlight Effect
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Mental Disorders and Spotlight Effect
Mental Disorders and Spotlight Effect
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Interpersonal Conflicts and Illusion of Transparency
Interpersonal Conflicts and Illusion of Transparency
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Misunderstanding Due to Illusion of Transparency
Misunderstanding Due to Illusion of Transparency
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Study Notes
Egocentrism and Conflict
- Overestimation of Personal Contributions: People often give themselves more credit than their partners or team members acknowledge. This stems from a desire to enhance self-esteem and gain future benefits, and a cognitive bias that makes remembering own contributions easier than others'. Overestimation applies both to positive and negative contributions.
- Motivated Reasoning vs. Cognitive Bias: Simply wanting a positive self-image doesn't fully explain this overestimation. Married couples overestimate their role in both positive and negative events, suggesting a stronger cognitive bias is at play. The overestimation is only weakly linked to the desirability of the action.
- Conflict Examples: Egocentrism can lead to conflict in personal relationships (e.g., marriage), where partners feel underappreciated due to overestimated contributions, and in professional settings (e.g. co-workers), when employees overestimate their work and feel undervalued.
- Counteracting Egocentrism: Asking individuals to evaluate their partner's contributions first can shift the focus away from self-assessment and promote a more balanced perspective, thereby reducing memory bias.
- Spotlight Effect: The misperception that others are paying close attention to one's appearance and actions. It leads to excessive self-consciousness and embarrassment over minor issues.
- Spotlight Effect in Mental Disorders: Social anxiety (social phobia) and paranoia can exhibit symptoms similar to a strong spotlight effect, as individuals fear negative judgment and scrutiny.
- Illusion of Transparency: The belief that one's thoughts and feelings are more obvious to others than they really are. This can lead people to misinterpret others' reactions.
- Illusion of Transparency and Conflict: The illusion of transparency can lead to conflict because individuals may incorrectly believe their emotions are understood by their partners. Misunderstandings occur when partners don't communicate clearly and the perceived lack of response is interpreted as neglect or lack of concern.
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