Psychology Concepts Flashcard

Front

What is the tendency to underestimate situational influences on others' behavior called?

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Fundamental Attribution Error

Front

Which term describes the belief that others are biased but we are objective?

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Bias Blind Spot

Front

What is the mental discomfort from holding conflicting beliefs known as?

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Cognitive Dissonance

Front

Which term includes physiological arousal and cognitive labeling?

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Components of Emotion

Front

What involves reframing a situation to change its emotional impact?

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Cognitive Reappraisal

Front

Which theory states that motivation arises from the desire to maintain optimal arousal?

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Arousal Theory

Front

What links emotions to changes in heart rate and other physiological responses?

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Emotion & Physiological Response

Front

Which part of the brain is involved in planning, decision-making, and self-control?

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Frontal Lobes: Executive Function

Front

What is a persuasion technique that uses emotion over logic?

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Appeal to Emotion

Front

How does the way information is presented affect decision-making?

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Framing