Question 1

Psychology\'s concern with people\'s sense of self dates back to

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William James

Question 2

There is evidence that behavior is the result of the interplay between external and internal influences; that behavior is the product of biology, social experience, and unconscious thought processes. This evidence suggest that personality should be studied from a:

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biopsychosocial approach

Question 3

Katrina is a worrier, She worries about her family, her friends, and herself. She is particularly aware of potential hazards in the environment, and she sees the world as a dangerous place. Her personality is shaped by how the interprets and reaches to events . Albert Bandura called this process.

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reciprocal determinism

Question 4

Albert Bandura\'s social cognitive perspective highlights the importance of

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reciprocal determinism

Question 5

Sarah\'s optimism is both a contributor to and a product of her successful career accomplishments. This BEST illustrates

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reciprocal determinism

Question 6

Some psychologist believe that human _________ is influenced by people\'s biology, social experiences, and cognition and personality

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behavior

Question 7

This psychologist proposed the social-cognitive perspective

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Albert Bandura

Question 8

In a psychology class debates on the social-cognitive perspective, the students are asked to take the opposing view and repute its positive aspects

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This perspective focuses to much on the situation and fails to appreciate a person\'s inner traits

Question 9

Garrick is a calm, self satisfied man who appears to be secure. Which \"Big Five\" personality factor would BEST describes his personality

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emotional stability

Question 10

This psychologist objected to the religious doctrine that humanity problems arise from excessive self love or pride

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Carl Rogers

Question 11

Displays of self effacing humility are Most characteristic of those who value

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collectivism

Question 12

defining ones identity in terms of ones extended family or work group is most closely associated with

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collectivism

Question 13

The (MMIP) has been translated into more ___________ languages and groups the questions into ________

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100: 10

Question 14

People often commit the fundamental attribution error, especially when they explain

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the behavior of strangers who have been observed in only one type of situation

Question 15

Academic Success/personal traister

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talents and creativity

Question 16

spotlight effect

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overestimating

Question 17

Vada is sociable, fun-loving, and affectionate she would likely score very highly on a personality test that measures

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extraversion

Question 18

Frieda is organized, careful, and disciplined. She would likely score very highly on a personality test that measures

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ConscientiousnessV

Question 19

People\'s acceptance of stock, positive descriptions of themselves from psychics and from palm readers is known as

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the Braum effect

Question 20

The feel good, do good phenomenon refers to the impact of

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happiness on helpfullness

Question 21

After receiving approval to begin a long-awaited consulting project, Dr. Morris was much more inclined to contribute to the local giving campaign in town. This BEST illustrates:

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Feel good, do good phenomenon

Question 22

After receiving exciting news about his grandson\'s healthy birth, Mr. Haney was easily persuaded to contribute a generous sum of money to a neighborhood church. This BEST illustrates:

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feel good, do good phenomenon

Question 23

After receiving exciting news about his grandson\'s healthy birth, Mr. Haney was easily persuaded to contribute a generous sum of money to a neighborhood church. This BEST illustrates:

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feel good, do good phenomenon

Question 24

Professor Crane was ecstatic when he learned that his research study was approved for publication. However, his joyful feelings quickly dissipated when he heard his colleague recently had three different research articles approved for publication. His declining emotional satisfaction is BEST explained by the:

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relative deprivation principle

Question 25

Psychologists would MOST likely use biofeedback to help clients reduce:

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tension headaches

Question 26

A teacher prepares a lecture on the benefits of exercise that will NOT highlight which of these?

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Exercise provides decreased warmth and body arousal

Question 27

Julie believes that only she can turn her life around and be responsible for her choices. Julie has a(n):

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internal locus of control

Question 28

Gail believes that she controls her own destiny. She is independent and does well in school. Her health is excellent, and she is able to cope with various stresses. Gail has a(n):

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internal locus of control

Question 29

Which of these does NOT describe people with an internal locus of control versus people with an external locus of control?

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believe that their fate is decided by luck

Question 30

The third phase of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is characterized by:

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exhaustion

Question 31

The correct order of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is:

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alarm reaction  resistance  exhaustion

Question 32

Mick never seems to be satisfied with his achievements. He is not depressed; he does celebrate those achievements, but his achievements become normal after some time, and he moves on to the next big thing. This is BEST explained in terms of the:

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adaptation level phenomenon

Question 33

Roger has a full-time job, a part-time job, and a new consulting company in response to his son\'s special needs. He seems to be coping with everything quite well, for the moment anyway. According to Hans Selye, he is in which stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

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Phase 2  Resistance

Question 34

People have a tendency to judge stimuli relative to those previously experienced. For example, if a man\'s current income level increases, he feels an initial surge of pleasure. However, as he adapts to that income level, he comes to consider it normal. He then requires something better to feel another surge of happiness. This is known as:

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adaptation level phenomenon

Question 35

___ is the scientific study of optimal human functioning. This field aims to discover and promote the strengths that allow people and communities to thrive.

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positive psychology

Question 36

Derek\'s psychologist has asked him to write about a personal trauma he experienced as a child. How might this writing exercise influence his health?

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he will have fewer health problems in the coming months

Question 37

In a senior writing seminar, students were asked to write a brief autobiography. Sixty years later, if a researcher were to analyze these autobiographies, what would be the MOST likely outcome in terms of their longevity? More specifically, which group is likely to live an average of seven years longer?

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those who had expressed happiness and love in their autobiographies

Question 38

Sadie\'s father-in-law had a serious heart attack several weeks ago. She is concerned because he lives alone. After his heart attack, which acquisition would increase his odds of survival?

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a dog

Question 39

Ariana believes that yelling at her husband serves to calm her feelings of anger toward him. Her belief is MOST clearly consistent with:

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catharsis

Question 40

Once again, the director of an ancillary department has interfered with Durinda\'s project. She has even accused her of illegal activities when she knows that Durinda has committed none. Durinda discusses this situation with her boss who helps her to reframe the situation and put things into perspective. The mere discussion helps relax Durinda and serves as:

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catharsis

Question 41

The idea that anger is reduced through aggressive action or fantasy is known as:

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catharsis

Question 42

People who are competitive, super-motivated, impatient, and verbally aggressive are likely to be classified as:

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Type A

Question 43

Type A personality is to Type B personality as _____ is to _____.

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irritable  calm

Question 44

Donald takes 15-minute lunch breaks, has his cell phone with him at all times, checks his tablet the moment he wakes up, and puts in 14-hours a day at the office. Donald is a:

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Type A personality

Question 45

People who are easygoing, relaxed, and do not let things get to them are classified as:

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Type B

Question 46

A local religious organization has taken an interest in reaching out to community members with AIDS. They were prompted to do this when they learned that religiously active AIDS patients seem to _____ than do their nonreligious counterparts.

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survive longer

Question 47

People experiencing learned helplessness tend to _____.

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have a reduced immune responce

Question 48

Zach\'s wife complains that every time he practices his guitar he loses track of time and of the needs of the family (e.g., crying baby, hungry toddler, dirty dishes). She thinks it is like he is in another world where nothing else matters to him. This focused state of consciousness is called:

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learned helplessness

Question 49

After experiencing prolonged and seemingly inescapable physical abuse from her husband, Kayla became increasingly depressed and hopelessly resigned to her situation. Her reaction BEST illustrates:

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learned helplessness

Question 50

Attempting to alleviate stress directly by avoiding or ignoring a stressor and attending to emotional needs related to one\'s stress reaction is known as:

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emotion focused coping

Question 51

_____ is to addressing work problems with a colleague as _____ is to talking to one\'s hair stylist about all of the problems at work.

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problem focused coping; emotion focused coping

Question 52

T lymphocytes are formed in the:

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thymus

Question 53

_____ is a focused state of consciousness that occurs when someone is completely involved in an activity, with diminished awareness of self and time.

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flow

Question 54

Shane\'s doctor suggests that he begin an aerobic exercise program in addition to the psychotherapy for his depression. As a result, Shane will experience all of the following EXCEPT that he will:

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becomes more depressed from the stress of the exercise program

Question 55

Aerobic exercise _____ the body\'s production of serotonin and _____ its production of the endorphins.

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increase  increase

Question 56

_____ instruments mirror the results of a person\'s own efforts, enabling the person to learn which techniques do (or do not) control a particular physiological response.

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Biofeedback

Question 57

Roger has a full-time job, a part-time job, and a new consulting company in response to his son\'s special needs. He seems to be coping with everything quite well, for the moment anyway. According to Hans Selye, he is in which stage of the general adaptation syndrome?

Accepted Answer

phase 2 in a state of resistance

Question 58

Anders has just received devastating news about the copy shop he owns. Things seem very bleak because a nationally-known competitor is moving in on the same block. Anders has many debts to pay off, and his wife is expecting their fourth child. When he hears the bad news, his heart rate zooms and he feels faint, like he is in shock. According to Hans Selye, he is in:

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Phase 1 Alarm reaction

Question 59

he second phase of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is characterized by:

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resistance

Question 60

The third phase of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is characterized by:

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exhaustion

Question 61

The interdisciplinary field of _____ integrates behavioral and medical knowledge, applying this knowledge to health and disease.

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behavioral medicine

Question 62

At a social gathering, Latin Americans may behave in a manner that North Americans consider intrusive and overly expressive. This BEST illustrates the importance of being sensitive to differing:

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cultural norms

Question 63

When Matt went to Mexico, he brushed up on his knowledge of the culture. He knew that he should shake hands with the men, and kiss the cheek of the women with whom he would be meeting. This BEST illustrates the importance of being sensitive to differing:

Accepted Answer

cultural norms

Question 64

_____ represent(s) the enduring behaviors, ideas, attitudes, and traditions that are shared by a group of people and transmitted from one generation to the next.

Accepted Answer

culture

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