Question 1

Children who are neglected or who grow up in institutions without a sense of belonging are especially at risk for

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Neglected children or those who grow up in institutions without a sense of belonging often have difficulty developing deep attachments due to the lack of consistent and nurturing relationships. This can lead to emotional and behavioral problems, including anxiety, depression, and difficulty forming healthy relationships later in life.

Question 2

Those who engage in excess Internet socializing during work hours should be reminded that electronic message alerts,Facebook postings,and Internet pop-ups hijack

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Electronic message alerts, Facebook postings, and internet pop-ups capture a person's attention, making it difficult for them to focus on their work.

Question 3

Foolish conformity to peer pressure is most likely to be motivated by ________ needs.

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Conformity to peer pressure is often driven by a need for belongingness, or the desire to fit in with a group and be accepted by others.

Question 4

Alison's classmates make a point of ignoring her and they purposely exclude her from participation in any of their after-school social events.Their treatment of Alison most clearly illustrates

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The classmates' behavior of ignoring and excluding Alison is characteristic of ostracism, which involves intentionally excluding and avoiding someone in social situations. This can lead to feelings of loneliness, depression, and social isolation. Narcissism refers to an exaggerated sense of self-importance and entitlement, and is not demonstrated in the scenario. Autonomy needs refer to an individual's desire for independence and control over their own actions and decisions, and is not applicable in this scenario. Chain migration is a term used to describe the process by which immigrants to a country are followed by their families and friends, and is not relevant to the scenario.

Question 5

Our need to belong is most clearly threatened by

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Ostracism, or being excluded from a group, can create social pain and threaten our sense of belonging. It can lead to feelings of isolation and low self-esteem, as well as mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Chain migration and autonomy are not directly related to our need to belong, and self-esteem can actually enhance our sense of belonging if it is a positive self-image.

Question 6

Some college students were randomly assigned to edit and explain their Facebook page rather than to study and explain a Google Maps routing.These students subsequently scored higher on a measure of

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Editing and explaining their own Facebook page can lead to a focus on self-presentation and self-promotion, which are behaviors associated with higher levels of narcissism.

Question 7

Compared with non-Internet users,today's online social networkers are likely to experience ________ relationships with their existing friends and are ________ likely to know their real-world neighbors.

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Online social networkers often experience strengthened relationships with their existing friends due to increased communication opportunities. However, they are less likely to know their real-world neighbors, as online interactions can sometimes replace face-to-face community engagement.

Question 8

Ten-year-old Haley tells her mom that she feels bad and lonely because she does not have a "best" friend in school.Haley is not having her need for ________ met at school.

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Haley's need for affiliation, or a sense of belonging and connection with others, is not being met as she does not have a close friend at school. Autonomy refers to a sense of independence and control over one's own life, competence refers to feeling capable and successful in one's activities, and ostracism refers to being excluded or ignored by others. None of these needs are directly related to Haley's feelings of loneliness due to lack of a best friend.

Question 9

Narcissism refers to feeling

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Narcissism refers to a preoccupation with oneself and one's own importance, often at the expense of others. It is characterized by feelings of grandiosity, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. Therefore, feeling self-important is the best descriptor of narcissism.

Question 10

Which of the following is most clearly a form of ostracism?

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Solitary confinement involves the complete isolation of an individual from social interaction and is often used as a form of punishment and ostracism in correctional facilities.

Question 11

In a series of studies,research participants were informed that personality test results indicated they were the type likely to end up alone later in life.As a result,they became ________ likely to underperform on aptitude tests and ________ likely to become aggressive toward those who had excluded them.

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Participants became more likely to underperform on aptitude tests due to the stress or negative emotions induced by the thought of ending up alone. They also became more likely to become aggressive toward those who had excluded them, possibly as a defensive or retaliatory response to perceived social rejection.

Question 12

Jonah is an avid visitor to various social networking sites.Both Jonah and his parents have noticed that all of his grades have dropped a letter grade or more.Jonah signs a contract with his parents to reduce his social networking time so that he spends more time studying and socializing with his family.According to the text,which of the following should NOT be placed in the contract?

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Completely denying Jonah access to his phone and computer is an extreme measure that may not be necessary or practical. It is unlikely to be an effective solution and could potentially cause more harm than good to Jonah's mental health and relationship with his parents. Setting limits on the amount of time spent online and monitoring his time through logging are reasonable and effective strategies, while turning off his mobile phone when he is at home in the evening can also help reduce distractions and promote family time.

Question 13

Online social networking tends to ________ self-disclosure,and Facebook profiles appear to be closer to people's ________.

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Online social networking platforms generally encourage self-disclosure as they provide a perceived sense of anonymity and a distant communication medium. Facebook profiles tend to be closer to people's actual personalities rather than their ideal personalities as individuals tend to present themselves in a positive aspect on social media but the context is generally more personal in comparison to professional platforms like LinkedIn. Thus, Facebook encourages self-disclosure while portraying a closer representation of an individual's personality.

Question 14

Jeff,who is 14,engages in rigorous tennis drills or competitive play at least four hours every day because he wants to master the sport and play on one of the best university teams in the country.His goal and behavior best illustrate the concept of

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Jeff's behavior of engaging in rigorous tennis drills for four hours every day is motivated by his desire to achieve his goal of playing on one of the best university teams in the country. This exemplifies achievement motivation, which is the drive to succeed and accomplish goals.

Question 15

The likely outcome of an increase in a person's feelings of acceptance and connection is an increase in

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An increase in a person's feelings of acceptance and connection is likely to result in higher self-esteem, positive feelings, and better physical health. As a result, all of these options are correct. When people feel accepted and connected, they tend to feel better about themselves and the world around them, leading to improved mental health and increased physical well-being.

Question 16

To avoid placing individual refugee families in communities where they are likely to feel socially isolated,U.S.policies today encourage

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Chain migration allows refugees to settle in areas where family members or others from their community have previously established themselves, reducing the likelihood of social isolation.

Question 17

Researchers have discovered that being unfriended or having a text message ignored elicits increased activity in the

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The anterior cingulate cortex (ACC) is involved in processing emotions and social pain, such as rejection or exclusion. Studies have shown that being unfriended or ignored can activate the ACC, which can lead to negative emotions such as sadness or distress. The other options (A, B, D) are not associated with social pain or emotional processing.

Question 18

Eight-year-old Tommy has been acting up in class and so will not be allowed to go to recess and play with his classmates.The negative feeling Tommy has about the punishment is due to

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Tommy's negative feeling about the punishment is likely due to ostracism, which is the feeling of exclusion or rejection from a social group. He is being excluded from participating in recess with his classmates as a consequence of his behavior. Narcissism and self-esteem are not relevant in this context. Chain migration is a term used in the context of migration and is not relevant to this scenario.

Question 19

Howard is preoccupied with accumulating new Facebook friends because he loves the attention it gives him.On his Facebook page he posts daily photos of himself that are designed to show off his good looks and body build.Howard best illustrates characteristics of

Accepted Answer

Howard's behavior shows a preoccupation with himself and a desire for attention, which are characteristics of narcissism.

Question 20

When asked to describe personal episodes that made them feel particularly bad about themselves,about four times in five,people describe a(n)

Accepted Answer

According to the information given, about four times in five, people describe relationship difficulty as the personal episode that made them feel particularly bad about themselves. This suggests that relationship difficulties have a significant impact on one's self-perception and self-esteem. While other options such as sexual dysfunction, academic failure, and physical illness can also be distressing, the given information suggests that relationship difficulties are more commonly cited as having an adverse effect on one's sense of self.

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