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Which factor does NOT influence the accessibility of a concept from long-term memory?

  • Distraction (correct)
  • Frequency
  • Recency
  • Goals
  • Cognitive conservatism leads to an unbiased processing of information.

    False (B)

    What is the term for the tendency to favor information that confirms prior beliefs?

    Confirmation bias

    The tendency to remember information presented first more strongly than later information is known as the ______.

    <p>Primacy Effect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following biases with their descriptions:

    <p>Primacy Effect = Favoring initial information over later information Confirmation Bias = Seeking information that supports prior beliefs Recency Effect = Easily recalling information presented recently Cognitive Conservatism = Maintaining established beliefs despite new information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does social cognition primarily focus on?

    <p>How cognition is influenced by social contexts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thought and cognition are completely interchangeable terms in social psychology.

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

    What is meant by impression formation?

    <p>The process through which individuals form descriptive and evaluative judgments of a target person.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In research, the ______ includes a detailed report of results observed, often through graphs and tables.

    <p>results section</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the key components of a research article with their purposes:

    <p>Measures = Operationalizes and measures variables Conclusion = Sums up results and connects to existing literature Limitations = Highlights weak points and suggests future research References = Lists sources in a standardized format</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes cognitive processes in social cognition?

    <p>Automatic mental processes that are often unconscious (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Impression formation is solely based on one’s physical appearance.

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

    What is the purpose of the limitations section in a research article?

    <p>It stresses potential weak points in the research and proposes future research directions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does IAT stand for in psychology research?

    <p>Implicit Association Test (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cognitive dissonance occurs when attitudes and behaviors are consistent with each other.

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

    What primary psychological concept explains why individuals may justify their actions when their attitudes and behaviors conflict?

    <p>Cognitive dissonance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ________ effect refers to the phenomenon where more exposure to a previously unknown object leads to a more positive attitude towards it.

    <p>mere exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following processes of attitude change to their descriptions:

    <p>Deliberation = Consciously changing attitude through reasoning Social Influence = Changing attitude by the influence of others Cognitive Dissonance = Awareness of inconsistencies within attitudes and behaviors Exposure = Changing attitude through learning more about an object</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a way cognitive dissonance can be resolved?

    <p>Ignoring or denying inconsistencies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Researchers found that attitudes can change only through internal forces, not external forces.

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

    In the study by Bastian and colleagues, what type of food snacks were participants offered after the experiment?

    <p>Meat snack or fruit snack</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The theory of ________ states that attitudes were initially good predictors of behavior.

    <p>attitude-behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which psychologist is associated with the cognitive dissonance theory?

    <p>Festinger (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when an individual belongs to a low status group?

    <p>They are motivated to change their group. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Cultures that emphasize interdependent selves value competition over cooperation.

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

    What is the term for categorizing oneself into a higher status group?

    <p>Individual mobility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cultures focusing on an independent self, _____ is valued more than solidarity.

    <p>achievement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the cultural focus with its characteristic:

    <p>Independent self = Focus on autonomy Interdependent self = Social dimension weighs more Competitive behavior = Individuals prioritize personal success Cooperative behavior = Emphasis on social norms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Civil Rights movement is an example of intergroup competition.

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

    When group boundaries are impermeable, what is the primary strategy individuals use?

    <p>Intergroup competition (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who conducted research on cultural differences in identity in 1991?

    <p>Markus and Kitayama</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does prevention regulatory focus primarily motivate individuals to do?

    <p>Avoid failure and fulfill obligations (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Self-efficacy is a general expectation to succeed in all aspects of life.

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

    What technique involves making certain information accessible to induce a regulatory focus?

    <p>Task priming</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Self-efficacy is influenced by ________ experiences, vicarious experiences, communication, and physiological feedback.

    <p>mastery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the term with its correct definition.

    <p>Prevention focus = Motivation to avoid failure and fulfill obligations Subliminal priming = Influencing behavior through subtle exposure to stimuli Self-esteem = Evaluation of oneself through social comparisons Self-efficacy = Belief in one's ability to execute specific tasks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as influencing self-efficacy?

    <p>Social media exposure (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Regulatory focus can only be manipulated experimentally by subliminal priming.

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

    What do individuals focus on when they are in a prevention regulatory focus?

    <p>Duties and obligations</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Self-esteem derives from the ________ we do of ourselves through self-comparison.

    <p>evaluation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What outcome is associated with a strong prevention regulatory focus?

    <p>Greater sensitivity to punishment and threats (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the term used to describe the denial of human qualities to discriminated groups?

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

    Dehumanization can lead to the legitimacy and acceptance of discrimination.

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

    What are the two types of dehumanization described in the content?

    <p>Animalistic and Mechanistic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Dehumanization involves placing certain groups outside of the ______ human group.

    <p>common</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Martinez's experiment, what type of words were more likely associated with the in-group?

    <p>Human words (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the type of dehumanization with its description:

    <p>Animalistic = Denial of rationality and culture Mechanistic = Denial of emotional responsiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Individuals may find it easier to discriminate against others if they view them as having animalistic qualities.

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

    What was the main finding of the Martinez experiment in Spain?

    <p>Participants associated human words more with in-group members and animal/machine words more with out-group members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Accessibility

    The likelihood of a concept being retrieved from long-term memory and used when processing new information.

    Cognitive Conservatism

    The tendency to maintain existing views, opinions, and attitudes even when presented with new information.

    Primacy Effect

    The tendency to give more weight to information presented first, compared to information presented later.

    Confirmation Bias

    The tendency to seek and interpret information that supports our existing beliefs, while ignoring or downplaying information that contradicts them.

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    Goal-Driven Accessibility

    The tendency to prioritize information that is relevant to a current task or goal, making it easier to retrieve.

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    Implicit Association Test (IAT)

    A test designed to measure implicit attitudes by recording response times to word pairings.

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    Implicit Attitudes

    Attitudes that we are not fully aware of, but can still influence our behavior.

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    Cognitive Dissonance

    A cognitive state of discomfort experienced when our beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors clash.

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    Attitude Change

    Changing our attitudes to align with our behaviors, often to reduce cognitive dissonance.

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    Mere Exposure Effect

    The idea that repeated exposure to a neutral object can lead to increased liking for that object.

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    Justification

    A process of reducing cognitive dissonance that involves reinterpreting or justifying conflicting behaviors and attitudes.

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    Stimulus Presentation

    A research method involving the presentation of stimuli (like pictures or descriptions) to measure participants' mental associations.

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    Attitude Change (External)

    The study of how attitudes and beliefs can be altered through external factors.

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    Exposure to Information

    Changing our attitudes by actively seeking and considering information related to a specific issue or object.

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    Social Cognition

    How people process, store, and use information in social situations to understand and predict their own behavior and that of others.

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    Cognition

    The mental processes involved in acquiring, storing, retrieving, and using knowledge, including perception, memory, reasoning, and problem-solving.

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    Impression Formation

    The process of forming impressions and judgments about others based on limited information.

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    Individual Mobility

    The desire to change one's group affiliation when belonging to a low-status group.

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    Intergroup Competition

    Competition between groups striving for higher status, often leading to conflict and favoritism within the group.

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    Recategorization

    The process of redefining group boundaries and criteria to alter perceived status differences.

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    Independent Self

    Cultural emphasis on individual autonomy, independence, and personal achievement.

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    Interdependent Self

    Cultural focus on interdependence, social harmony, and collectivism.

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    Discrimination

    Unequal treatment of individuals or groups based on their membership in a particular category.

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    Self-Definition

    Attributing different levels of importance to the personal and social aspects of self-identity.

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    Intercultural Research

    The study of cultural differences in self-concept and identity.

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    Prevention Focus

    A self-regulatory focus characterized by a desire to fulfill duties and obligations; motivated by the fear of negative consequences like punishment or disapproval.

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    Promotion Focus

    A self-regulatory focus driven by a desire to achieve ideals and aspirations; motivated by the pursuit of positive outcomes and personal growth.

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    Prevention Focus

    A mental state where one is more responsive to potential threats and negative outcomes. It makes individuals focus on avoiding losses and minimizing risks.

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    Promotion Focus

    A mental state where one is more responsive to opportunities and potential gains. It makes individuals focus on achieving aspirations and maximizing rewards.

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    Task Priming

    A set of techniques that make certain information more accessible in our minds, influencing our focus on either promotion or prevention.

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    Subliminal Priming

    A method of influencing behavior by subtly exposing individuals to images or words related to either promotion or prevention.

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    Task Priming

    A type of priming using questions or prompts to guide participants into either a promotion or prevention focus.

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    Self-efficacy

    A person's belief in their ability to successfully complete tasks or achieve goals.

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    Self-esteem

    The evaluation we make of ourselves based on comparisons with others, leading to feelings of worthiness and competence.

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    Self-efficacy

    The ability to learn and adapt, overcome challenges, and achieve goals based on a combination of knowledge, beliefs, and skills.

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    Dehumanization

    The tendency to reduce cognitive dissonance by denying the humanity of a discriminated group, making discrimination seem acceptable.

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    Mechanistic Dehumanization

    A type of dehumanization that denies the emotional responsiveness of a discriminated group.

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    Animalistic Dehumanization

    A type of dehumanization that denies the rationality, civility, and culture of a discriminated group.

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    Ingroup Bias

    A psychological phenomenon where people perceive their own group as superior and other groups as inferior.

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    Stereotyping

    The process of associating negative traits or characteristics with a specific group, leading to discrimination.

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    Dehumanization as a Dissonance Reduction Strategy

    The act of reducing cognitive dissonance by denying the humanity of a discriminated group, making discrimination seem acceptable.

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    Study Notes

    Social Psychology

    • Social psychology is the scientific investigation of how individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are affected by the actual, imagined, or implied presence of others
    • Key questions addressed by social psychology:
      • Why do people fall for fake news?
      • Why do people choose specific products?
      • What traits are valued in leaders?
      • Why do people obey or disobey authority?
      • How can discrimination and conflict be overcome?
      • How can groups cooperate?

    Fundamental Concepts

    • The mind is analogous to a computer: "hardware" (brain) and "software" (cognition)
    • Recent research emphasizes the complex relationship between the human mind and physiology, known as embodied cognition
    • Attention acts as a filter:
      • Selective/Directed attention: Requires effort to screen out irrelevant information (inhibition)
      • Automatic attention/Salience: Attracted to vivid or contextual stimuli
    • Memory:
      • Short-term memory (STM): Limited capacity (18-30 seconds) extended by repetition.
      • Working memory: Multi-component model (central executive, visuospatial sketchpad, phonological loop, episodic buffer): Holds information briefly while carrying out mental operations. Used for learning and reasoning.
      • Long-term memory: Large capacity; stores information for a lifetime. Organized associatively (e.g., networks of interconnected concepts).

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