Ap psychology unit 7 and 10

When individuals were placed on a semistarvation diet, researchers found that these individuals

lost interest in social activities.

According to the Yerkes-Dodson law

performance is generally best when there is a moderate amount of pressure.

Elaine's friends know that she should never be trusted with a secret, as she will tell everyone almost immediately. Elaine, however, complains that her friends can't be trusted. Elaine is making use of the defense mechanism of

regression.

A psychoanalytic psychologist might use the TAT and the Rorschach test in order to

gain insight about a person's unconscious mind.

A hungry person eats in order to maintain an internal balance known as

homeostasis.

Marcelo has a good job, a nice house, and plenty of food. On weekends, he skydives for fun. His weekend behavior is best explained by which of the following theories?

Arousal

Motivation

An athlete follows a "no pain, no gain" motto rather than stopping for rest and nourishment.

ostracism.

Attempts to control social behavior by using the punishing effects of isolation is an example of the general adaptation syndrome.

drive-reduction theory.

Cylee is thirsty and takes a drink. Her motivation to reduce the need for water is best explained by (the)

Thom is 6. How would Sigmund Freud explain his resolving of his Oedipus complex?

He will develop a strong interest in what his father is interested in.

Which of the following theories offers a special focus on the potential for healthy personal growth?

Humanistic

The most widely used scientifically validated personality test is the

MMPI-2.

What do we call a need or desire that energizes and directs behavior?

Motivation

Children's TV-viewing habits (past behavior) influence their viewing preferences (internal personal factor), which influence how television (environmental factor) affects their current behavior. What is this an example of?

Reciprocal determinism

Thom has been on a diet for several months and has lost 50 pounds. What is happening to the fat cells in his body?

The number of fat cells is remaining constant.

In Brad Bushman and Roy Baumeister's research, how did people with unrealistically high self-esteem react when they were criticized?

They became exceptionally aggressive.

A person who eats excessively and never seems to feel full may have which of the following conditions?

Tumor in the hypothalamus

Carl Rogers felt that we are our best selves when we feel accepted for who we are. What did he call this accepting attitude?

Unconditional positive regard

Fat is a fuel reserve during periods when food is scarce.

Which of the following is the best biological explanation for why the human body stores fat?

Paola and Juliana went to a baseball game and were shown on the centerfield screen. Juliana was embarrassed, because she had mustard on her face from her hot dog. In reality, no one in the crowd noticed the mustard. Juliana was overestimating how much attention people were paying to her due to the

spotlight effect.