Emotion science: chapter 6 Flashcards
Altruism:
Prosocial behavior that is motivated by a desire to benefit others without expecting anything in return.
Gratitude:
The feeling of appreciation or thankfulness for a positive experience or outcome.
Prejudice:
Negative attitudes and beliefs about individuals based on their membership in a particular social group.
Intergroup emotions
Emotions that arise in response to intergroup relations, such as prejudice or solidarity.
Social identity theory:
A theory that suggests individuals derive part of their self-concept from the social groups to which they belong.
Social cognition
The mental processes involved in perceiving, interpreting, and understanding social information.
Superior temporal sulcus (STS)
nvolved in processing social cues such as eye gaze, facial expressions, and body posture.
Temporoparietal junction (TPJ)
plays a role in social cognition, including theory of mind, empathy, and perspective-taking.
Empathy-Altruism Hypothesis:
This theory proposes that people are motivated to help others because they feel empathy towards them. According to this theory, people who are high in empathy will be more likely to help others even when it comes at a cost to themselves.
Social Comparison Theory:
This theory suggests that people evaluate their own abilities and opinions by comparing themselves to others. In this way, social comparison can be a powerful motivator for behavior.
Social Exchange Theory:
This theory proposes that people are motivated by self-interest, and that they engage in social interactions that will benefit them in some way. According to this theory, people will only help others if they perceive that there will be some sort of reward or benefit for themselves.
Social Cognitive Theory:
This theory proposes that people’s behavior is influenced by their thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes. According to this theory, people are more likely to engage in behaviors that they believe will lead to positive outcomes
Terror Management Theory
This theory suggests that people are motivated to maintain their self-esteem and to avoid thoughts of their own mortality. According to this theory, people are more likely to adopt beliefs and behaviors that help them feel like they are part of something greater than themselves, which can help them cope with the fear of death.
Attachment Theory
This theory proposes that early experiences with caregivers shape one’s attachment style, which in turn influences one’s social behavior and relationships throughout life.
Social Support Theory
This theory suggests that social support can have a protective effect on mental and physical health, and that people who have strong social support networks are better able to cope with stress and adversity.
