Which of the following is an example of non-verbal communication?
Speaking
Writing
Gesturing
Listening
#2
What is the primary function of mirror neurons in the brain?
Regulating sleep
Processing visual information
Empathy and imitation
Controlling motor skills
#3
Which psychological theory suggests that behavior is influenced by observable stimuli and responses?
Cognitive theory
Psychoanalytic theory
Behavioral theory
Humanistic theory
#4
What is the bystander effect in social psychology?
The tendency for people to help others in emergency situations
The reduction of personal responsibility in a group
The influence of cultural norms on behavior
The reluctance to intervene in an emergency when others are present
#5
In the context of social influence, what does the term 'normative social influence' refer to?
The desire to be liked and accepted by a group
The use of authority figures to influence behavior
The impact of informational content on opinions
The tendency to conform to social norms
#6
What is the Hawthorne effect in social psychology?
The tendency to prefer familiar stimuli
The alteration of human behavior when individuals are aware they are being observed
The impact of cultural norms on group dynamics
The influence of authority figures on decision-making
#7
What is the concept of 'groupthink' in social psychology?
A strong leader influencing group decisions
Group members conforming to avoid conflict
Promoting individual creativity within a group
Encouraging healthy competition among group members
#8
According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which needs must be satisfied before higher-level needs can be addressed?
Safety needs
Social needs
Physiological needs
Esteem needs
#9
Which neurotransmitter is often associated with pleasure and reward in the brain?
Dopamine
Serotonin
GABA
Acetylcholine
#10
What is the concept of 'cognitive dissonance' in psychology?
The tendency to forget unpleasant memories
The discomfort arising from conflicting attitudes or beliefs
The process of encoding information in long-term memory
The ability to quickly adapt to new information
#11
According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, what is the primary task during the 'integrity versus despair' stage in late adulthood?
Building intimate relationships
Establishing autonomy
Reflecting on one's life and accepting its meaning