Psychology Exam 3 Review

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What does Drive Reduction Theory primarily distinguish between?

Goals and aspirations

Emotions and feelings

Wants and dislikes

Needs and drives (correct)

Which of the following best explains the central tenet of Maslow's Hierarchy of needs?

All needs are equally important

Extrinsic motivation is more effective than intrinsic motivation

Needs are prioritized based on the level of fulfillment required (correct)

Social needs come before all other needs

What does the Yerkes-Dodson curve illustrate?

The relationship between self-esteem and social belonging

The relationship between arousal and performance (correct)

The relationship between needs and drives

The relationship between social interaction and motivation

Which of these is a major component of social pain theory?

Behavioral reactions following rejection Signup and view all the answers

Which motive for self-knowledge involves understanding one's self-image in relation to others?

Self-assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is a key characteristic of the learned helplessness model of depression?

Individuals believe their actions do not impact outcomes Signup and view all the answers

In Freud's structure of personality, which component mediates conflict between desires and reality?

Ego Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best defines stereotype threat?

Fear of confirming negative stereotypes about one's group Signup and view all the answers

What is one key criticism of James-Lange's theory of emotion?

Physiological changes can occur without emotional experience. Signup and view all the answers

Which facet is NOT part of the Need to Belong according to social psychology?

Physical proximity Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary cause of the impact bias?

Misunderstanding the permanence of emotional experiences. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best describes the overjustification effect?

Decreased intrinsic motivation as a result of external rewards. Signup and view all the answers

What concept does the Yerkes-Dodson curve illustrate?

The effect of arousal on performance efficiency. Signup and view all the answers

What do contingencies of self-worth primarily refer to?

Criteria determining one's level of self-esteem based on specific aspects of life. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of the diffusion of responsibility in social psychology?

Lack of action taken by bystanders during an emergency. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes intrinsic motivation from extrinsic motivation?

Intrinsic motivation is rooted in personal enjoyment and interest. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Exam 3 Review Topics

Drive Reduction Theory: Distinguish needs from drives; describe need fulfillment actions.
Optimal Arousal Theory: Define set points and homeostasis; explain the Yerkes-Dodson curve.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs: Understand the central idea, which is satisfying basic needs (like food and water) before addressing higher needs like self-actualization. The hierarchy is visualized as a pyramid, with physiological needs at the base, followed by safety, belonging and love, esteem, and self-actualization at the peak.
Intrinsic vs. Extrinsic Motivation: Compare and contrast; explain the overjustification effect.
Need to Belong: Identify the two facets of this need.
Social Pain Theory: Explain how it describes behavioral and emotional reactions to rejection.
Rejection Sensitivity: Define rejection sensitivity.
James-Lange Theory: Describe the theory and its main criticism.
Appraisal Theory: Explain the theory and its associated laws.
Misattribution of Arousal: Define misattribution of arousal.
Affect as Information Theory: Describe this theory.
Impact Bias: Define impact bias; explain two causes of this bias.
Happiness-Income Paradox: Identify reasons for this paradox.
Inherently Social Emotions: Define and compare three inherently social emotions.
Normative vs. Informational Social Influence: Compare these types of social influence.
Bystander Effect: Explain Latane & Darley's model including pluralistic ignorance and diffusion of responsibility.
Social Categorization: Explain the effects of social categorization as perceptual salience, in-group favoritism, and outgroup homogeneity bias.
Realistic Group Conflict Theory: Explain this theory.
Stereotype Threat: Define stereotype threat.
Working Self-Concept Theory: Describe the theory; explain the distinctiveness effect.
Social Comparison Theory: Describe this theory.
Motives for Self-Knowledge: Identify the three primary motives for self-knowledge.
Primary Self-Illusions: Identify the three primary self-illusions.
Benefits and Costs of High Self-Esteem: Describe the benefits and costs of high self-esteem.
Contingencies of Self-Worth: Explain contingencies of self-worth.
Freud's Structure of Personality: Define Freud's structure of personality and defense mechanisms.
Carl Rogers' Person-Centered Approach: Describe the approach; differentiate between conditional and unconditional regard.
Big Five Theory and Eysenck's Theory: Explain both theories of personality traits.
Diagnosing Psychological Disorders: Identify four facets involved in diagnosing psychological disorders.
Diathesis-Stress Model: Explain the diathesis-stress model.
Anxiety Disorders (Generalized Anxiety, Phobias, Panic Disorder): Compare and contrast these anxiety disorders.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD): Discuss OCD and the role of classical and operant conditioning.
Bipolar Disorder: Explain bipolar disorder.
Borderline Personality Disorder: Describe borderline personality disorder; contrast it with bipolar disorder.
Learned Helplessness Model of Depression: Explain the learned helplessness model of depression.

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Prepare for your Psychology Exam 3 with this comprehensive review quiz that covers essential topics such as Drive Reduction Theory, Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, and intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation. Dive deep into theories explaining motivation and social behavior, including Rejection Sensitivity and Social Pain Theory. Test your understanding and solidify your knowledge for the upcoming exam.