Give an example of how you actively participate in your lifespan development.
What will be an ideal response?
Multiple answers are appropriate for this question. Some examples could be choosing to attend college, choosing to participate in regular exercise, volunteering for a charitable organization, and so forth.
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Your friend Suki's grandmother has always told her that happier people experience less stress. Since she knows that you are taking a psychology course, she asks you whether or not psychologists would agree with her grandmother. Which of the following would you be most likely to tell her?
a. Yes, Grandma was correct; research has shown that humor can moderate the effects of stress. b. No, Grandma does not know what she is talking about. There is no good evidence to support the claim that a sense of humor allows you to lead a less stressful life. c. Grandma could be correct, but psychologists are uncertain since the research has been inconsistent. d. Grandma is mistaken; humor can help us cope with painful illnesses, but not stress.
If Jeff quickly learns to avoid eating smelly meats and to eat red meats instead, his behavior is said to be:
a. emotional b. under instinctive control c. under stimulus control d. programmed
According to Rogers, when Dana compares her perception of herself with her "ideal" she is rating her
a. self-concept. c. self-potential. b. self-confidence. d. self-efficacy.
What method is the most effective way to assess marital quality?
A) Observe the couple during conflict negotiation. B) Identify how frequently the couple argues about important issues. C) Ask the partners to list out the things they do together. D) Ask partners if they are satisfied or not with their relationship.