Question 1

Disinhibition is an aversion to repetitive experiences, routine work, and predictable people, and a reaction of restless discontent when exposed to such situations.

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Disinhibition actually refers to a lack of restraint or inhibition in social situations, sometimes leading to impulsive or inappropriate behavior.

Question 2

Positive psychology was advanced in the late 1990s by Zuckerman during his term as president of the American Psychological Association.

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Positive psychology was actually advanced in the late 1990s by Martin Seligman during his term as president of the American Psychological Association, not Zuckerman.

Question 3

Define and explain the intent behind the development of Seligman's learned helplessness. In your own opinion, why would this theory be important for the implications for a person's future?

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Question 4

Zuckerman's studies found that sensation seeking is primarily related to a conformist lifestyle.

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Zuckerman's studies found that sensation seeking is primarily related to a non-conformist lifestyle.

Question 5

Zuckerman asserted that sensation seeking does decline with age.

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Zuckerman's research suggests that sensation-seeking tends to decline with age.

Question 6

Zuckerman describes sensation seeking as the need for varied, novel, and complex sensations and experiences.

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This is the definition provided by Zuckerman in his theory of sensation seeking.

Question 7

In general, Asians were shown to be more internally oriented than Americans.

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Studies in cultural psychology often find that Americans (representing Western cultures) are typically more individualistic and internally oriented, focusing on personal goals and internal attributes, while Asians (representing Eastern cultures) are often more collectivistic and externally oriented, emphasizing harmony and relationships with others.

Question 8

Women who have been physically abused tend to show an internal locus of control.

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Research indicates that women who have been physically abused are more likely to exhibit an external locus of control, meaning they may feel a lack of control over their own lives and blame external factors for their situations. This is likely due to the power and control dynamics of abuse, which can leave victims feeling helpless and dependent on their abusers.

Question 9

Compare and contrast Bandura's concept of self-efficacy and Rotter's concept of locus of control. Explain at least two ways they are similar and at least two ways they are dissimilar.

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Question 10

Once the initial excitement has subsided, however, high sensation seekers usually continue the activities that gave them such high stimulation.

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High sensation seekers often seek new and varied experiences to maintain their level of stimulation, rather than continuing the same activities.

Question 11

A family member has recently moved to a nursing home and you are investigating the conditions and nursing personnel in this home. According to the theory of Seligman's learned helplessness, identify five things the personnel in this nursing home can do to help the family member exhibit enhanced social and emotional adjustment.

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Question 12

Learned helplessness is a condition resulting from the perception that we have no control over our environment.

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Learned helplessness is a well-known psychological phenomenon that occurs when an individual believes that their actions have no effect on the outcome of a situation. This perception can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and even physical illness. Therefore, the answer is true (A) - learned helplessness is a condition resulting from the perception that we have no control over our environment.

Question 13

Zuckerman used the method of the case study to identify four components of sensation seeking.

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Question 14

Internally-oriented people are more likely to engage in daydreams than those who are externally-oriented.

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Internally-oriented people are more focused on their internal thoughts, feelings, and experiences, making them more prone to daydreaming, which is an internal mental activity. Externally-oriented people, on the other hand, tend to be more focused on their external environment and are less likely to daydream.

Question 15

Describe a real-life example (friend, family member, celebrity) of an adult who can be characterized as having an internal locus of control. Name at least five areas in which they display an internal locus of control.

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Question 16

According to Seligman, people who are optimistic tend to be healthier that those who are pessimistic.

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Seligman's research has shown that people who are optimistic tend to have better physical and mental health outcomes than those who are pessimistic.

Question 17

Anti-social risk takers or adventurous risk takers score significantly higher than those identified as prosocial risk takers (police officers and firefighters).

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Studies have shown that anti-social risk takers or adventurous risk takers score higher on risk-taking measures compared to prosocial risk takers such as police officers and firefighters.

Quiz 14: Mini- Theories: Locus of Control, Sensation Seeking, Learned Helplessness, Optimismpessimism, Positive Psychology, and Happiness and Success