Final CMON Flashcards
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What is the Attachment behavioral system?
a psychological system, first described by John Bowlby, that drives humans—especially infants—to seek closeness and protection from caregivers when they feel threatened or distressed.
This system is crucial for the development of secure attachments.
What does the Caregiving behavioral system refer to?
A system that drives individuals to care for and nurture others
This system is essential for the formation of strong social bonds.
Attachment style definition
how people relate to others emotionally and in relationships. These styles are shaped largely by early caregiving experiences and tend to influence adult relationships
This system is essential for the formation of strong social bonds.
List the types of attachment styles.
- Secure
- Avoidant
- Anxious
- Disorganized
These styles can manifest in both children and adults.
What is the Strange situation procedure?
A standardized procedure to assess attachment styles in children: caretaker and stranger in the same room: Mary Ainsworth
Developed by Mary Ainsworth.
Differentiate between secure, avoidant, anxious, and disorganized attachment styles
- Secure: Positive view of self and others: low on both avoidance and anxiety
- Avoidant: Negative view of self or others: do not trust those who they are attached to will be there for them
- Anxious: uncertain the person they are attached to will respond to them and help them calm down under stress
- Disorganized: push pull dynamic - Desires closeness but fears it at the same time; internal conflict
Secure attachments typically lead to healthier relationships.
Define empathic accuracy.
The ability to accurately understand another person’s feelings
This skill is important for effective communication.
What is interpersonal sensitivity?
The capacity to perceive and respond to the emotions, traits, thoughts, intentions, and behaviors. More general awareness of social/emotional dynamics
It plays a crucial role in social interactions.
What does responsiveness mean in a social context?
The ability to react appropriately to the emotional needs of others
High responsiveness fosters stronger relationships.
What is the Still-face experiment?
An experiment demonstrating the importance of emotional interaction between caregiver and infant
Conducted by Edward Tronick.
Define emotional regulation.
The ability to manage and respond to emotional experiences
Essential for mental health and social functioning.
What is an internal working model?
A cognitive framework comprising mental representations for understanding the world, self, and others
Influences attachment styles and relationships.
What is the focus of Evolutionary Theory in psychology?
Understanding psychological traits as adaptations for survival and reproduction
Emphasizes natural selection’s role in shaping behavior.
Define prosocial behavior.
Voluntary behavior intended to benefit others or society
Examples include helping, sharing, and donating.
What is cooperation in social behavior?
Working together towards a common goal
Key for group survival and success.
What does fairness mean in social contexts?
The quality of being just and equitable in treatment of individuals
Integral for social harmony.
Define reciprocity in social interactions.
Mutual exchange of privileges or benefits between individuals
Encourages cooperation and social bonding.
What is the difference between emotional and cognitive channels of empathy?
- Emotional: Feeling what others feel
- Cognitive: Understanding what others feel
Both aspects are important for social interactions.
What is emotional contagion?
The phenomenon of catching others’ emotions
It highlights the interconnectedness of emotional experiences.
What is reciprocal altruism?
Helping others with the expectation of receiving help in return
A key concept in evolutionary psychology.
What role do mirror neurons play in social behavior?
They facilitate empathy and understanding by mirroring observed actions
Essential for social learning.
Differentiate between altruism, compassion, and pity.
- Altruism: Selfless concern for others
- Compassion: Deep awareness of suffering combined with the wish to help
- Pity: A feeling of sorrow for someone else’s misfortune
These concepts represent varying degrees of empathy.
What is egoistic motivation?
Engaging in behavior primarily for personal gain or benefit
Often contrasted with altruistic motivations.
Define pluralistic ignorance.
A phenomenon where individuals mistakenly believe their thoughts or feelings are different from those of the group
Can lead to inaction in social situations.