Self-Expansion and Attachment Styles Quiz

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What is the main difference in the attachment pattern of individuals with an Avoidant attachment style compared to those with a Secure attachment style?

  • Avoidant individuals have a negative model of self and positive model of others, while Secure individuals have a positive model of self and a negative model of others. (correct)
  • Avoidant individuals have a negative model of self and others, while Secure individuals have a positive model of self and others.
  • Avoidant individuals have a positive model of self and others, while Secure individuals have a negative model of self and others.
  • Avoidant individuals have a positive model of self and a negative model of others, while Secure individuals have a positive model of self and others.

How do Avoidant individuals typically behave when their parent leaves in the context of Attachment Theory?

  • They show signs of being inconsolable even after the parent returns.
  • They become upset and seek comfort from others.
  • They don't act distressed and ignore the parent on return. (correct)
  • They exhibit signs of anxiety and cling to the parent.

Individuals with an Anxious attachment pattern are more likely to:

  • Be comfortable depending on others.
  • Expect rejection and abandonment in relationships. (correct)
  • Have a positive model of self and a negative model of others.
  • Be reluctant to trust others.

According to Attachment Theory, what lifelong patterns can result from early experiences during toddlerhood?

<p>Difficulty with commitment in romantic relationships as adults. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes the Adult Attachment style characterized as Secure?

<p>&quot;I don't often worry about being abandoned or about someone getting too close to me.&quot; (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of individuals with an Avoidant attachment style in romantic relationships?

<p>&quot;I am somewhat uncomfortable being close to others; I find it difficult to trust them completely.&quot; (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which attachment style is associated with showing more self-change in relationships?

<p>Attachment anxiety (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What predicts lower interest in self-expansion and less actual self-expansion according to the text?

<p>Low self-concept clarity (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Outside of relationships, what kind of experiences can lead to self-expansion based on the text?

<p>Novel and exciting tasks (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which concept suggests that our relationships influence the way we think about ourselves?

<p>Self-Expansion (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

The 'All or Nothing' marriage concept is associated with which phenomenon mentioned in the text?

<p>'Michelangelo Phenomenon' (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of relationships, what does the 'Pygmalion Phenomenon' involve?

<p>Partners sculpting each other into ideal selves (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic of individuals with an anxious attachment pattern?

<p>They desire complete merging with their partner, which sometimes scares people away (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In the context of expanding the self, what is the significance of the Inclusion of Other in the Self (IOS)?

<p>It can develop even without shared experiences if there is a desire for closeness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Cognitive Interdependence in a committed relationship involve?

<p>Perceived unity of self and partner (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What did a longitudinal study on Self-Concept Change find regarding participants with a high expected incidence of falling in love?

<p>They demonstrated greater change and diversity in self-concept domains after falling in love (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What encourages the Inclusion of Other in the Self (IOS) according to the text?

<p>'Expanding' activities that are novel and arousing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do individuals with an anxious attachment pattern differ from those with an avoidant attachment pattern?

<p>Anxious individuals desire complete merging with their partner, while avoidant individuals prefer distance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concept of the Michelangelo Phenomenon?

<p>Perceptual Affirmation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes Perceptual Affirmation in the context of the Michelangelo Phenomenon?

<p>Partners see each other in a way that aligns with their ideal self-concepts. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do partners engage in Behavioral Affirmation according to the text?

<p>By encouraging each other's ideal selves through behavior. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the benefits associated with the Michelangelo Phenomenon for individuals?

<p>Greater life satisfaction and overall psychological health. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the Michelangelo Phenomenon contribute to relationship quality?

<p>By aligning partners' perceptions with their ideal selves. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way do partners benefit from the Michelangelo Phenomenon?

<p>Through progress towards ideal self goals and greater life satisfaction. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can ending relationships with limited opportunities for self-expansion be beneficial?

<p>It allows pursuing personal growth opportunities again (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of the self-concept is linked with knowledge of others in 'Relational Selves'?

<p>Me-with-XYZ nodes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which theory suggests that our early experiences influence the way we approach relationships?

<p>Attachment theory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What concept refers to the way our relationships shape how we think about ourselves?

<p>Inclusion of Other in the Self (IOS) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one possible outcome of the personal (re)discovery that occurs after ending a relationship?

<p>Introduction of positive emotions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do 'Relational Selves' impact other interpersonal interactions?

<p>'Relational Selves' may influence how individuals respond in other interactions (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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