Exam 1: Introducing Social Psychology

Which of the following situations is at odds with the self-esteem approach to understanding human behavior?

In discussing the issue of parental discipline, which of the following professionals would be least likely to remind parents that it is important to consider how the child views being punished?

According to the authors of your text, why do people sometimes construe information to feel good about themselves?

One of Kurt Lewin's boldest intellectual contributions to social psychology was

Professor Hume has spent the last ten years studying the effects of people's levels of self-esteem on their tendency to discriminate against others. She is most likely to be a

Which of the following would most likely be an article written by a Gestaltist?

The government is putting together an ad campaign to encourage citizens to wash their hands more often during flu season. Based on your knowledge about fundamental motives and the use of denial, which slogan would work the best?

Della is interested in the ways in which romantic partners think about each other. Her research most neatly fits the realm of

According to the definition of social psychology presented in your text, social psychology is the study of how ________ affect the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of humans.

Dan likes his new roommate Tim. He invites Tim to go everywhere with him-parties, lunch, even to the grocery store. Dan feels he's being warm and welcoming to his new friend. Tim, however, doesn't understand why it seems that Dan can't do anything on his own, and seems to need his companionship constantly. The difference in how Dan and Tim perceive Dan's actions is an illustration of ________ in explaining social behavior.