PSYC 1113 Exam #3

what are the phases of general adaptation syndrome?

1. alarm 2. resistance 3. exhaustion

in the Black Mirror Episode, "Nosedive" what does Lacie's rating have to be for her to afford the house she wants?

4.5

________ is a psychological disorder, commonly diagnosed in childhood, in which an individual exhibits one or more of the following symptoms: a lack of concentration, excitability, and impulsivity.

ADHD

According to Dr. Sullivan, a well-known psychologist in Konesia, the lack of emotions experienced by psychopaths can be attributed to amygdala dysfunction. In the context of the theoretical approaches to psychological disorders, Dr. Sullivan's view supports the ___________

Biological

What subtype of Bipolar Disorder have extreme manic episodes?

Bipolar 1

What is the correct acronym for the 5-Factor Model of Personality?

OCEAN

what does effective change require?

Specific intentions of behavior Positive attitude about new behavior Perception of social group support Perception of control over outcome

Define personality

a pattern of enduring, distinctive thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that characterize the way an individual adapts to the world

What is relapse?

a return to former unhealthy patterns

Define conformity

adjusting our behavior or thinking to coincide with a group standard

Jamie is always on edge and often experiences dizziness, a racing heart, and jumpiness. Over the years, these symptoms have worsened. In this case, Jamie is most likely to be diagnosed with _____________

an anxiety disorder

What kind of disorder do psychopaths have?

antisocial personality disorder

in the Black Mirror Episode, "Nosedive" what does Naomi ask Lacie to do for her wedding?

be her maid of honor

Unlike the foot-in-the-door strategy of persuasion, the door-in-the-face technique involves _________

big offer first, then smaller offer

What are the different factors in the biopsychosocial model?

biological psychological social

________ is a psychological disorder that is characterized by extreme mood swings that include one or more episodes of mania—an overexcited, unrealistically optimistic state.

bipolar disorder

If Rachel is walking to class and the late bell rang two minutes ago and as she's walking to class, she stumbles and her books fly everywhere and she is extremely embarrassed because it was in front of a bunch of her classmates. What would the Ego do?

calmly collect her books and go to class

The immune system and the central nervous system both rely on ______ mediators for communication.

chemical

the main difference between health psychology and behavioral medicine is that, in addition to behavioral and social influences, health psychology focuses on ________ influences, while behavioral medicine focuses on biomedical influences

cognitive

Fiona's friend Jimmy says that she has been very stressed out lately and that she must go for yoga classes. although fiona denies it at first, she later agrees with jimmy she says that yoga classes are usually conducted early in the morning, and she will find it difficult to wake up that early. According to the stages of change model, Fiona is most likely in the __________

contemplation stage

what are the impacts of chronic stress?

decrease immune function and puts you at risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer

Leeann is unable to accept the fact that she has been diagnosed with lung cancer. She refuses treatment despite her family's attempts to convince her. In the context of defense mechanisms, Leeann is most likely engaging in _______.

denial

What criteria is used to distinguish normal from abnormal behavior?

deviant, malatatvie, and distressed behavior

When (what age group) is schizophrenia usually diagnosed?

early adulthood

What are conscientious people likely to do?

exercise regularly, avoid drinking and smoking, wear a seatbelt and check smoke detectors

If a person's body's all-out effort to combat stress fails and the stress persists, the individual moves into the _______ stage of the general adaptation syndrome.

exhaustion

What are some risk factors for Major Depressive Disorder?

genetic disposition poverty learned helplessness

What is an example of a delusion?

grandiose thoughts, paranoia

in the Black Mirror Episode, "Nosedive" why can't Lacie get on the next stand by flight?

her rating wasn't high enough

Who is most likely to state that one has the ability to control one's life and to achieve what one desires?

humanistic psychologist

According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, the _____ operates according to the pleasure principle?

id

What are symptoms of groupthink?

illusion of invulnerability, belief in the morality of the group and blindness to danger

in the Black Mirror Episode, "Nosedive" how can lacie boost her rating in a short amount of time?

impress the upper class

What are the symptoms of a manic episode?

impulsivity and feelings of euphoria

Do individuals who participate in more diverse social networks live longer or shorter?

longer

in the Black Mirror Episode, "Nosedive" what does airport security do to Lacie's rating?

lowers it and puts her on "double damage"

agreeableness is (positively or negatively) related to lying about oneself

negatively

Which of the factors does the personality trait of being calm or anxious fit into?

neuroticism

If everyone experiences the same event and one person develops PTSD, is it true that all of the other people who experienced that event will also get PTSD?

no

What is transcendence?

no longer in need of maintaining a healthy lifestyle

In DID, does one identity dominate at a time, or are they all present at all times?

one dominates the other

If Mary is really excited to try new things and new experiences, what factor of personality is she relatively high on?

openness to new experiences

Alex has the habit of chewing gum. According to Freud's psychosexual stages of development, Alex's habit indicates that he is fixated at the ________ stage.

oral

What are the psychosexual stages of personality development?

oral anal falic latency genital

Define Panic disorder and panic attacks

panic disorder --> having recurring panic attacks, having anxiety about it panic attacks -->single event that triggers elevated heart rate, inability to breathe, chest pains

What is the hypothalamus?

part of the brain that monitors stress and other bodily states and functions

The processes by which individuals use social stimuli to form impressions of others are referred to as ____________

person perception

Despite evidence to the contrary, Denise thinks she is smarter than most of the people in her class. Denise's unfounded attitude about herself is an example of a(n) __________

positive illusion

What is the correct order of the Stages of Change Model?

precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance

What is optimism associated with?

proactive steps to protect health

Random acts of kindness, such as helping a visually impaired person cross the street, are examples of _____.

prosocial behaviors

What is a key consideration in the preparation stage of the change model?

readiness to change

Define Compulsion

recurrent behaviors that relieve anxiety produced by your thoughts

Define Obsession

recurring thoughts that induce anxiety

________ is a severe psychological disorder characterized by highly disordered thought processes; individuals suffering from this disorder may be referred to as psychotic because they are so far removed from reality

schizophrenia

If Rachel is walking to class and the late bell rang two minutes ago and as she's walking to class, she stumbles and her books fly everywhere and she is extremely embarrassed because it was in front of a bunch of her classmates. What would the Id do?

scream/run away

The most commonly used method of measuring personality characteristics is _______

self report test

What is flattened affect?

showing little to no emotion

_____ perspectives on personality emphasize conscious awareness, beliefs, expectations, and goals

social cognitive

The tendency of each person in a group to exert less effort in the group because of reduced accountability is known as __________

social loathing

________ is the study of how people think about, influence, and relate to other people.

social psychology

Turning to others who act as a sounding board or a willing ear is referred to as __________

social sharing

What are stressors?

specific events or chronic pressures that place demands on a person or threaten the person's well-being

The circumstances that threaten a person and tax his or her coping abilities are called _______

stressors

According to Freud's psychoanalytic theory, the _________ is the harsh internal judge of behavior, or the conscience?

superego

If Marcy is feeling guilty about lying to her mother, supporters of Freud's psychoanalytic theory would most likely argue that her _______ is making her feel this way.

superego

The hormone that is typically implicated in aggressive behavior is ____________

testosterone

What is stress?

the arousal of physical and mental states in response to events we perceive as a challenge or a threat

What are some criticisms of the humanistic perspectives of personality?

too optimistic

Is it clear or unclear that biology is the cause or effect of personality?

unclear

What is a critical step toward eliminating stigma of psychological disorders?

understanding that people with disorders are not always limited individuals, their disorder does not always defy them

What biological changes are involved with stress?

weakened immune system

Who among the following is most likely engaging in problem-focused coping?

whoever is focused on solving their problems

Can being labeled with a mental disorder affect the way mental health professionals perceive the individual?

yes

Is a human being both a physical entity and a system of mental processes?

yes