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Psychology
Undergraduate 1
11/09/2013

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How are identical twins fertilized?
Definition
A fertilized egg that splits
Term
What is Piaget's Cognitive Developmental Theory?
Definition
Children's thought process change at particular stages in their life
Term
What are the 4 stages of Piaget's Cognitive Developmental Theory?
Definition
-Sensorimotor (infancy)
-Preoperational (early childhood)
-Concrete operational (middle childhood)
-Formal operational (adolescence)
Term
Sensorimotor (Related to Piaget's CD Theory)
Definition
-(birth to 2yrs.)
-1st stage
-respond to stimulation (crying, clinging)
-little thinking
-recognize familiar faces
-grasp objects
-BABY SHIT
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Preoperational (Related to Piaget's CD Theory)
Definition
-(2 to 6 or 7 yrs.)
-identify/recognize objects mentally
-Egocentrism = self-centered focus
-Animistic thinking = believe inanimate objects have life
-Centration =focus one thing at a time
-Irreversibility = inability to think through a series of events/steps in problem solving and then reverse them
Term
Concrete Operational (Related to Piaget's CD Theory)
Definition
-(@7 to @ 11 yrs.)
- (Related to Piaget's CD Theory)
-Conservation=physical properties do not change when appearance change(LOL IDK)
-simple reasoning
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Formal Operational (Related to Piaget's CD Theory)
Definition
-(adolescence)
-abstract/complex thought
-Ponder introspective problems (meaning of life, love, peer acceptance)
-hormones rise
-growth/balance of neurotransmitters
--increase in risk/sensation seeking
--preoccupied with sex,image, ect
Term
What are the 3 stages of Prenatal development?
Definition
-zygote
-embryo
-fetus
Term
How many neurons are present at birth?
Definition
100 billion
Term
What are neonatal abilities?
Definition
-touch (grasping)
-taste (prefer salted and sweet...THATS IT)
-vision (nearsighted)
-hearing (prefer FEMALE human sounds)
-reflexes (need support, clingy, avoid painful stimulus)
Term
Accomodation
Definition
modify existing schemes to better understand new info
Term
Attachment
Definition
close emotional relationship btwn child and caregiver
Term
Assimilation
Definition
current knowledge changes new info to fit into existing schemes (mental program)
Term
Schemas
Definition
-mental program that guides our thoughts
-able to interpret concepts/events
-form/change as we grow old/learn
Term
Delinquency Stats (?)
Definition
-what
-6% of young'ums are at high risk for crime
-MOST OF THEM ARE MALLLESSSS HAHAHHAHAHAH
-don't do drugs kids
Term
Ectoderm (Part of Embryo Stage)
Definition
nervous system & skin (forms the spinal cord and brain)
Term
Mesoderm (Part of Embryo Stage)
Definition
muscles, bones, blood vessels, certain internal organs, skeleton
Term
Endoderm (Part of Embryo Stage)
Definition
digestive system, lungs, glands, urinary tract
Term
What happens to cells during prenatal development?
Definition
During the embryo stage (2nd stage) cells diffrentiate themselves to become part of organ systems ( ectoderm, mesodem, and endoderm)
Term
What are the 4 different parenting styles?
Definition
-Authoritarian
-Authoritative (WHAT THEY SOUND THE SAME)
-Permissive
-Uninvolved
Term
Authoritarian(Part of the 4 parenting styles)
Definition
-Demand conformity
-Punishment
-Outcome = anxious, insecure
-(sounds like a pretty sheltered restrictive lifestyle, I know some ppl who have parents like this and they seem kinda fragile and unstable)
Term
Authoritative (Part of the 4 parenting styles)
Definition
-High expectations
-Consequences
-Utilize warmth and respect
-Utilize reasoning and explaining
-Outcome = confident, self-reliant, enthusiastic, happier, more successful
-( WHAT ABOUT ASIAN PARENTS, jk they do a good job c: )
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Permissive (Part of the 4 parenting styles)
Definition
-Few rules
-Allow children to make own decisions
-Caring and communicative
-Believe children learn better from consequences of own actions than from rules
Term
Uninvolved (Part of the 4 parenting styles)
Definition
-ndifferent or rejecting (neglectful or abusive)
-Little time or energy for children
-Outcome (permissive and uninvolved)= less mature, more impulsive, more dependent, more demanding
Term
REM SLEEP
Definition
-(about every 90 minutes)
-Rapid eye movement (lids are closed)
-Voluntary muscles are immobile (sleep paralysis)
-Vivid cognitions/dreams
-Lasts for several minutes then stops (usually 3 to 5 episodes/night)
Term
Hypnotizability
Definition
-person’s responsiveness to standardized suggestions
-will be responsive or unresponsive to suggestions
Term
Psychoactive Drug States
Definition
-Chemicals that affect mental processes /behavior by their effects on the brain
-impair ability to make good decisions
-makes body think its good for us by stimulating the brains "reward circuits"
Term
Morphine (part of the 4 drugs on table 8.1)
Definition
-painkiller/cough suppressant
-euphoria, tranquil, drowsy
-so basically a sleep hippie
Term
Heroin (part of the 4 drugs on table 8.1)
Definition
-LOL no medical uses
-like morphine (happy, tranquil, drowsy)
-super hippie
Term
Codeine (part of the 4 drugs on table 8.1)
Definition
-painkiller, cought suppressant
-euphoria, drowsy, silly
-me after drinking
Term
methadone (part of the 4 drugs on table 8.1)
Definition
-HA treatment of heroin addicts
-slow action prevents heroin craving
-lady on nutri system???
Term
Mescaline (Part of the 5 hallucinogens on table 8.1)
Definition
-no medical uses
-hallucinate, sensual,few emotional responses
-a man
Term
Psilocybin (Part of the 5 hallucinogens on table 8.1)
Definition
-No medical uses
-less emotional responses, well-being,-perceptual distotions
-lol what is this
Term
LSD (Part of the 5 hallucinogens on table 8.1)
Definition
-no medical uses (not yet atleast lol)
-hallucinate, emotional responses
-over-dramatic man
Term
PCP (Part of the 5 hallucinogens on table 8.1)
Definition
-vetinary anesthetic
-body image distortion, amnesia, unpredictable emotion reactions, and feeling of being cut off from environment
-the average man (LOL..I jk)
Term
Cannabis (Part of the 5 hallucinogens on table 8.1)
Definition
-reduces nausea from chemotherapy and reduces pressure in the eye
-euphoria, time distortion, intense sensory experience
-so like a dog...dogs don't tell time and their senses are epic
Term
Barbiturates ( Part of the 4 Depressant and antianxiety drubs on table 8.1)
Definition
-sedative (lets make it simple)
-relaxation, sedation, euphoria
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Term
Benzodiazepines ( Part of the 4 Depressant and antianxiety drubs on table 8.1)
Definition
-antianxiety,sleep, sedative
-stress/anxiety reduction-"tranquilizing"
Term
Rohypnol ( Part of the 4 Depressant and antianxiety drubs on table 8.1)
Definition
-not used to US but used elsewhere for anesthesia/insomnia
-same as benzodiazepines but has amnesia
-"date rape drug"
Term
Alcohol ( Part of the 4 Depressant and antianxiety drubs on table 8.1)
Definition
-antiseptic
-relaxation, well-being, mind/motor impairment
Term
Amphetamines( part of the 6 stimulants on table 8.1)
Definition
-weight control, ADHD, counteract anesthesia
-confidence, mental energy, alert, hallucinate, and paranoia
-wow thats messed up combo O>O
Term
Methamphetamine ( part of the 6 stimulants on table 8.1)
Definition
-no medical uses
-similar to amphetamines but INTEEENNNSEEE
Term
MDMA (ecstasy) ( part of the 6 stimulants on table 8.1)
Definition
-no medical uses
-euphoria, hot flashes, vision distortion, excitement
Term
Cocaine part of the 6 stimulants on table 8.1)
Definition
-local anesthetic
-same as amphetamines, horny, and dramatic mood changes as it wears off
Term
Nicotine part of the 6 stimulants on table 8.1)
Definition
-gum, nictoine patches
-stimulant effect, relax, concentration, reduces craving of nicotine
Term
Caffeine part of the 6 stimulants on table 8.1)
Definition
-weight control, stimulant in acute respiratory failure, analgesia
-stimulant effect, increased alertness and concentration
Term
Narcolepsy
Definition
-disorder of REM sleep
-sudden daytime sleep attacks
-Genetic problem
-Cataplexy might also occur = sudden loss of muscle control
-Anything exciting can trigger a narcoleptic episode
Term
The Unconscious
Definition
collection of mental processes that operate outside of awareness
Term
Coma (a state of unconciousness)
Definition
-Unconscious state
-Person lacks normal cycles of sleep and wakefulness
-Cannot be aroused
-Usually lasts only a few days to 2 weeks
Term
Minimally conscious state (a state of unconciousness)
Definition
-Limited awareness
-Functioning brain
Term
Persistent vegetative state (a state of unconciousness)
Definition
-Minimal brain activity and basic reflexes
-Slim chance for recovery
Term
Circadian rhythms
Definition
bodily patterns that repeat approximately every 24 hours
Term
Sleep debt
Definition
-sleep deficiency caused by not getting the amount of sleep needed for optimal functioning
-never as alert and mentally efficient
Term
According to Freud why do we dream?
Definition
-dreams reveal our unconscious fears and desires
Term
Insomnia
Definition
-unable to fall asleep quickly, wake up alot(insufficient sleep)
Term
Sleep apnea
Definition
-respiratory disorder where the person stops breathing many times while sleeping
Term
What is withdrawl and its symptoms?
Definition
-withdrawl: uncomfortable physical/mental symptoms that occur when drug use is discontinued
-symptoms: trembling
Perspiring
Nausea
Increased sensitivity to pain
Death (extreme cases)
Term
What is Emotion?
Definition
Help us to respond to important situations and to convey our intentions to others
Term
What are the 4 parts the consist Emotion?
Definition
Physiological arousal
Cognitive interpretation Subjective feelings
Behavioral expression
Term
What are the general factors of emotion?
Definition
-for survival-been shaped by natural selection
-ppl have different emotional responses
-emotions invovle learning
-ppl share universal emotional expressions
-culture influ. emotional expression
Term
What are Paul Ekmans 7 basic emotions?
Definition
Sadness
Fear
Anger
Disgust
Contempt
Happiness
Surprise
Term
Expectations are determined by what?
Definition
-Expectations are determined by one’s locus of control
Term
What are expectations?
Definition
One’s belief about one’s ability to control the events in one’s life
nternal locus of control = from w/in
External locus of control = from w/out
Term
Motivation
Definition
Processes involved in starting, directing, and maintaining physical and psychological activities
Term
What is Freuds theory of motivation?
Definition
Motivation comes from unconscioius desires-motivation is unconcious
-becomes more apparent as we mature
-ex. sex/agression
Term
Thanatos ( one of the 2 basic desires in freuds theory)
Definition
aggressive, destructive impulse (death)
Term
Eros ( one of the 2 basic desires in freuds theory)
Definition
sex drive (life)
Term
Intrinsic motivation
Definition
-be part of an activity/event just for kicks-so w/o an external reward
Term
Extrinsic motivation
Definition
-be part of an activity/event with the intent to be rewarded
Term
Motive
Definition
urges that are mainly learned
Term
Drive
Definition
biologically instigated motivation
Term
Emotional intelligence
Definition
-ability to control your own emotions to understand/ react appropriately to others emotions
Term
What is "Hierarchy of Needs"?
Definition
Maslow’s Humanistic Theory
Term
what is Maslow’s Humanistic Theory
Definition
Listing of needs arranged in order of priority
Term
Order the needs listed on the "Hierarchy of Needs"
Definition
Biological – hunger, thirst,…
Safety – avoid danger
Attachment and affiliation – make us want to belong, to love,…
Esteem – self-worth, confidence,…
Self-actualization – realize full potential, meaningful goals,…
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