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Which of the following criticisms of the humanistic perspective can you cite?
Which of the following criticisms of the humanistic perspective can you cite?
Critics of Carl Rogers are likely to voice objections because:
Critics of Carl Rogers are likely to voice objections because:
What does humanistic psychology emphasize the importance of?
What does humanistic psychology emphasize the importance of?
A positive self-concept
Which criticism of the trait perspective can you cite?
Which criticism of the trait perspective can you cite?
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Vale is sociable, fun-loving, and affectionate. She would likely score very high on a personality test measuring what?
Vale is sociable, fun-loving, and affectionate. She would likely score very high on a personality test measuring what?
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What evidence suggests that extraverts seek stimulation due to low brain arousal?
What evidence suggests that extraverts seek stimulation due to low brain arousal?
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The 'fundamental attribution error' refers to our tendency to?
The 'fundamental attribution error' refers to our tendency to?
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The fundamental attribution error occurs more often in which cultures?
The fundamental attribution error occurs more often in which cultures?
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When making self-serving attributions, we tend to attribute our success to _____ factors and our failures to ____ factors.
When making self-serving attributions, we tend to attribute our success to _____ factors and our failures to ____ factors.
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The technique of asking for a small favor before requesting a larger one is known as?
The technique of asking for a small favor before requesting a larger one is known as?
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Cynthia thinks her new neighbor is mean and snobbish. This _____ will likely influence her to act negatively toward her neighbor.
Cynthia thinks her new neighbor is mean and snobbish. This _____ will likely influence her to act negatively toward her neighbor.
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According to cognitive dissonance theory, soldiers reduce guilt about killing innocents by?
According to cognitive dissonance theory, soldiers reduce guilt about killing innocents by?
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Jonathan talked about cognitive dissonance in terms of one's _____ being _____ to their _____ as _____ people.
Jonathan talked about cognitive dissonance in terms of one's _____ being _____ to their _____ as _____ people.
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In a study by Sherif (1936), participants watched a dot of light in a dark room, which appeared to move. This phenomenon is known as the _____.
In a study by Sherif (1936), participants watched a dot of light in a dark room, which appeared to move. This phenomenon is known as the _____.
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In Asch's line judgment paradigm, if you have 4 unanimous majority members saying the wrong line, adding another person to the majority will result in conformity _____?
In Asch's line judgment paradigm, if you have 4 unanimous majority members saying the wrong line, adding another person to the majority will result in conformity _____?
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Participants in Stanley Milgram's obedience experiments were willing to administer shocks due to their concern that the experimenter would be disappointed. Such concerns reflect the power of _____ to induce obedience.
Participants in Stanley Milgram's obedience experiments were willing to administer shocks due to their concern that the experimenter would be disappointed. Such concerns reflect the power of _____ to induce obedience.
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In Milgram's obedience experiments, participants often sought cues from the experimenter on how to proceed in confusing situations, identifying _____ as a source of their destructive obedience.
In Milgram's obedience experiments, participants often sought cues from the experimenter on how to proceed in confusing situations, identifying _____ as a source of their destructive obedience.
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Across Milgram's studies on obedience, which factor never consistently affected participants' behavior?
Across Milgram's studies on obedience, which factor never consistently affected participants' behavior?
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Bonnie pedals an exercise bike much faster when other patrons are using nearby equipment. This best illustrates?
Bonnie pedals an exercise bike much faster when other patrons are using nearby equipment. This best illustrates?
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Under what conditions would your performance playing a song on the piano be best?
Under what conditions would your performance playing a song on the piano be best?
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What do deindividuation and social loafing have in common? In both, _____ actions are not identifiable.
What do deindividuation and social loafing have in common? In both, _____ actions are not identifiable.
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_____ refers to an attitude toward a distinguishable group of people based solely on their group membership.
_____ refers to an attitude toward a distinguishable group of people based solely on their group membership.
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Jessica isn't invited to a Super Bowl party because she's a woman. Jessica is experiencing?
Jessica isn't invited to a Super Bowl party because she's a woman. Jessica is experiencing?
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A German civilian remarked about prisoners at the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp, 'What terrible criminals these prisoners must have been.' This reaction is explained by?
A German civilian remarked about prisoners at the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp, 'What terrible criminals these prisoners must have been.' This reaction is explained by?
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According to the social-psychological definition of 'aggression,' what is the best example of aggression?
According to the social-psychological definition of 'aggression,' what is the best example of aggression?
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A neurotransmitter whose lack is associated with anger is?
A neurotransmitter whose lack is associated with anger is?
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In a study related to the mere exposure effect, students liked a confederate best when she had attended?
In a study related to the mere exposure effect, students liked a confederate best when she had attended?
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Study Notes
Humanistic Perspective Criticism
- Self-actualizing individuals' descriptions reflect Maslow's personal values, potentially limiting objectivity.
- Critics argue that an emphasis on individualism can lead to selfishness and erosion of moral responsibility.
- Humanistic approaches overlook that focusing beyond oneself might result in greater life satisfaction.
Carl Rogers and Individualism
- Rogers questioned the satisfaction of living authentically, sparking criticism.
- Critics highlight concerns of excessive individualism, leading to potential moral decline and self-indulgence.
- Acknowledges the value of selflessness in achieving life satisfaction.
Humanistic Psychology Focus
- Emphasizes the significance of maintaining a positive self-concept for personal development.
Trait Perspective Criticism
- Consistency in behavior is questioned; individuals may not act predictably across different situations.
Extraversion in Personality
- Vale is described as sociable and affectionate, indicating a high likelihood of scoring on extraversion measures.
Extraverts and Stimulation
- Extraverts like Eli seek stimulation due to relatively low brain arousal, indicated by less activity in frontal lobe regions responsible for behavior inhibition.
Fundamental Attribution Error
- Refers to the tendency to explain others' actions by attributing them to their traits, disregarding situational influences.
Cultural Influences on Attribution
- Fundamental attribution errors are more prevalent in Western cultures compared to others.
Self-Serving Attribution Bias
- Individuals attribute successes to internal factors and failures to external factors, reinforcing positive self-image.
Psychological Techniques in Persuasion
- The foot-in-the-door phenomenon describes gaining compliance by initially requesting small favors before larger requests.
Attitudes Influencing Behavior
- Cynthia's negative perception of her neighbor illustrates how attitudes can dictate social interactions.
Cognitive Dissonance and Guilt Reduction
- Soldiers may alleviate guilt for wartime actions by dehumanizing their victims, according to cognitive dissociative theory.
Cognitive Dissonance and Perception
- Cognitive dissonance relates to actions being contrary to self-perceived sensible behavior.
Autokinetic Effect and Social Influence
- Sherif's study demonstrated the autokinetic effect, explained by informational social influence.
Conformity in Group Settings
- Adding a member to a unanimous majority in Asch’s experiment neither increases nor decreases conformity levels.
Milgram's Obedience Studies
- Participants often obeyed commands to administer shocks due to normative social influence, reflecting conformity to authority pressures.
Sources of Destructive Obedience
- In uncertain situations, individuals look to authority figures for guidance, highlighting informational social influence.
Consistency in Milgram's Studies
- Pleas for help from victims did not affect obedience rates consistently across Milgram’s experiments.
Social Facilitation Observation
- Bonnie demonstrates social facilitation by performing better in the presence of others, enhancing her exercise effort.
Performance Under Observation
- Familiar tasks benefit from social facilitation; performance improves when playing the piano in front of an audience.
Deindividuation and Social Loafing
- Both phenomena are characterized by individuals' actions becoming unidentifiable in group contexts.
Concept of Prejudice
- Prejudice refers to negative attitudes towards distinguishable groups based solely on group identity.
Discrimination in Social Settings
- Jessica's exclusion from the Super Bowl party illustrates discrimination based on gender.
Just World Phenomenon
- The belief in a just world can lead individuals to rationalize injustices faced by persecuted groups.
Aggression Definition
- Aggression is defined as behavior intended to harm; a child's temper tantrum is a clear example.
Neurotransmitters and Aggression
- Serotonin deficiency is linked to increased levels of anger and aggressive behavior.
Mere Exposure Effect
- A confederate's popularity increased after attending more classes, demonstrating the mere exposure effect in social perception.
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Engage in a thought-provoking debate about the humanistic perspective in psychology. This quiz challenges you to critically analyze and articulate criticisms against this viewpoint, including issues raised by notable psychologists like Maslow and Rogers.
