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Which of the following subfields of psychology focuses on mental processes like thinking and memory?
According to Erikson's 8 stages, the stage of 'Identity vs. Role Confusion' occurs during adolescence.
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What is the main goal of psychology?
Understand and explain human behavior and mental processes.
According to Maslow's hierarchy, self-actualization is the highest level of need, which involves ________________.
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Which of the following parenting styles is characterized as strict and less responsive?
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Match the following psychologists with their contributions to psychology:
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Erikson's 8 stages of development only cover the stages from infancy to young adulthood.
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What is the primary focus of humanism in psychology?
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What is the main reason for bystander apathy?
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According to the attribution theory, people tend to underestimate the impact of personal factors on others' behavior.
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What is the difference between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation?
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The ______________________ theory explains how people explain others' behavior.
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Match the following personality traits with their descriptions:
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What is the main factor that influences conformity?
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Perfectionism is always a positive trait.
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What is the main idea behind the behavioral change model?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Psychology
- Psychology's main goal is to understand and explain human behavior and mental processes.
- Subfields of psychology include psychoanalysis, behaviorism, cognitive, and humanism.
Psychoanalysis
- Freud's psychoanalysis focuses on the unconscious mind.
- Key concepts in Freud's psychoanalysis include the id, ego, and superego.
Erikson's 8 Stages
- Erikson's 8 stages of development range from infancy to adulthood.
- Infancy (0-1 year): Trust vs. Mistrust - Learning to trust caregivers.
- Early Childhood (1-3 years): Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt - Learning to do things on their own.
- Preschool (3-6 years): Initiative vs. Guilt - Starting new activities and ideas.
- School Age (6-12 years): Industry vs. Inferiority - Gaining skills and feeling competent.
- Adolescence (12-18 years): Identity vs. Role Confusion - Figuring out who they are.
- Young Adulthood (18-40 years): Intimacy vs. Isolation - Forming close relationships.
- Middle Adulthood (40-65 years): Generativity vs. Stagnation - Contributing to society.
- Maturity (65+ years): Integrity vs. Despair - Reflecting on life with satisfaction or regret.
Conditioning and Learning
- Pavlov's classical conditioning: Learning through association.
- Skinner's operant conditioning: Learning through consequences.
- Bandura's social cognitive theory: Learning through observation.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
- Basic Needs: Food, water, and sleep.
- Safety: Feeling safe and secure.
- Love and Belonging: Friends and family.
- Esteem: Self-respect, recognition, and achievements.
- Self-Actualization: Realizing personal potential, self-fulfillment, and growth.
Parenting Styles & Family Environment
- Authoritative parenting style: Balanced, responsive.
- Authoritarian parenting style: Strict, less responsive.
- Permissive parenting style: Lenient, indulgent.
- Uninvolved parenting style: Neglectful, indifferent.
- Family environment impacts emotional and social development.
Conformity
- Conformity: Adjusting behavior to fit group norms.
- Factors influencing conformity include group size, unanimity, cohesion.
- Friends can influence behavior through peer pressure and social norms.
Bystander Apathy
- Definition: Failure to help in emergencies.
- Reasons include diffusion of responsibility and fear of judgment.
- Social media can spread awareness but also desensitize people.
Motivation & Attitude
- Theories of motivation include intrinsic (internal satisfaction) and extrinsic (external rewards).
- Impact on behavior: Drives actions and goals.
- Changing attitudes can occur through persuasion and cognitive dissonance.
- Attribution theory explains others' behavior.
- Fundamental attribution error: Overemphasis on personal factors.
Personality & Perfectionism
- Key terms include introvert, extrovert, highly sensitive, and shyness.
- Personality influences behavior and relationships.
- Perfectionism: Striving for flawlessness, can lead to stress.
Mental Health
- Impact of disorders: Affects daily functioning.
- Mental health influences learning, work, and relationships.
- Behavioral change model: Steps for improving mental health.
Nature vs. Nurture
- Debate: Genetics (nature) vs. environment (nurture).
- Traits are influenced by both nature and nurture.
- Socialization plays a crucial role in shaping characteristics.
Socialization, Language Acquisition, & Play
- Communication and language are essential for social interaction.
- Language acquisition theories include Skinner's learned behavior and Chomsky's innate ability.
- Benefits of play include social skills, creativity, and risk management.
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Description
Explore the fundamental principles of psychology, including psychoanalysis, behaviorism, cognitive, and humanism. Learn about Freud's concepts, Erikson's stages, and the subfields of psychology.
