Social Psychology: Milgram & Asch Experiments

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What characterizes Dissociative Amnesia/Fugue?

Experiencing multiple distinct identities that alternate.

Physical relocation and a new identity assumption with amnesia. (correct)

Detachment from social relationships.

The belief that minor health issues are serious illnesses.

Which disorder is marked by unstable emotions and relationships?

Antisocial Personality Disorder

Schizophrenia

Borderline Personality Disorder (correct)

Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder

What is a primary symptom of Schizophrenia?

Distortion in thought, perception, and/or emotions. (correct)

Belief that minor health issues are major problems.

A fixation on orderliness and control.

Loss of motor or sensory functions due to psychological stress.

Which disorder involves a significant focus on personal needs and a lack of concern for others?

Antisocial Personality Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What defines Hypochondriasis?

The belief that minor issues are serious problems. Signup and view all the answers

What did the Stanley Milgram Experiment primarily demonstrate?

The influence of authority figures on obedience to harmful actions. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of human behavior does the Solomon Asch Experiment focus on?

The role of social pressure in influencing opinions. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the outcome of the Milgram Experiment?

A significant number of participants continued to administer shocks despite discomfort. Signup and view all the answers

What can be inferred about the significance of the experiments mentioned?

They demonstrate how external pressures can shape individual actions. Signup and view all the answers

What is a primary difference between the Milgram Experiment and the Asch Experiment?

Milgram focused on obedience while Asch focused on conformity. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Histrionic Personality Disorder?

Patterns of excessive emotional and attention-seeking behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary aim of Humanistic Therapy?

To help clients develop strong and healthy senses of self Signup and view all the answers

In psychotherapy, how does the process of Free Association function?

Clients vocalize their thoughts spontaneously without censorship Signup and view all the answers

How are psychological disorders primarily classified?

Using DSM-V or through professional assessment Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between Attribution and Self-Serving Bias?

Attribution explains others' actions; Self-Serving Bias relates successes and failures to internal or external factors Signup and view all the answers

What does the concept of Social Facilitation refer to?

Enhanced performance on tasks when others are present Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes phobias from other anxiety disorders?

Irrational fears of various stimuli Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes Major Depressive Disorder?

Is marked by prolonged feelings of unhappiness and negative thoughts Signup and view all the answers

What is the Foot-in-the-Door technique characterized by?

Making a small request to pave the way for a larger one Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the symptoms of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)?

Persistent unwanted thoughts leading to repetitive actions Signup and view all the answers

Which case is known for illustrating the Bystander Effect?

The Kitty Genovese case Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following defines the symptoms of Panic Disorder?

Brief episodes of intense dread known as panic attacks Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of the Stanford Prison Experiment?

To observe how individuals adapt to their assigned roles due to social norms Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Milgram Experiment

An authority figure instructed participants to administer increasingly intense electric shocks to another person.
The experiment highlighted how far individuals would go in obeying authority, even if the task involved harming another.

Asch Experiment

Participants were asked to identify which line matched a standard line among a set of comparison lines.
The experiment demonstrated the influence of conformity. Participants conformed to the majority's incorrect judgment even when they knew it was wrong.

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Explore the groundbreaking findings of the Milgram and Asch experiments in social psychology. This quiz focuses on the impact of authority and conformity on individual decision-making. Test your knowledge on these pivotal studies that reveal the complexities of human behavior in social contexts.