#1
Which of the following is a key component of emotional intelligence?
Empathy
ExplanationUnderstanding and sharing the feelings of others.
#2
Which personality trait is associated with being organized, responsible, and dependable?
Conscientiousness
ExplanationBeing diligent, reliable, and well-organized in tasks.
#3
Which psychological perspective emphasizes the role of unconscious conflicts in shaping behavior and personality?
Psychoanalytic
ExplanationExploring the unconscious mind's influence on behavior.
#4
What is the concept of 'emotional intelligence' primarily focused on?
Empathy
ExplanationUnderstanding and managing emotions effectively.
#5
What is the term for the process of adapting new information to existing cognitive structures?
Assimilation
ExplanationIncorporating new information into existing knowledge.
#6
What does the term 'self-awareness' refer to in the context of personal development?
Being conscious of one's own thoughts and feelings
ExplanationAwareness of one's internal state and mental processes.
#7
In the context of psychological awareness, what does the term 'cognitive dissonance' mean?
A state of discomfort caused by conflicting beliefs
ExplanationFeeling uneasy due to holding contradictory beliefs or attitudes.
#8
What is the 'Dunning-Kruger effect' in psychology?
The tendency to overestimate one's abilities while lacking competence
ExplanationFailing to recognize one's own incompetence.
#9
In the context of personal development, what is the 'growth mindset'?
The belief that abilities can be developed through dedication and hard work
ExplanationViewing challenges as opportunities for growth.
#10
What is the concept of 'self-efficacy' in the context of personal development?
The belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task
ExplanationConfidence in one's ability to achieve goals.
#11
According to Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development, what is the primary crisis during adolescence?
Identity vs. Role Confusion
ExplanationExploring personal identity and values.
#12
Which psychological concept is associated with the idea of 'unconscious motives' influencing behavior?
Psychoanalysis
ExplanationExploring unconscious drives and conflicts.
#13
What is the primary focus of positive psychology?
Enhancing human strengths and well-being
ExplanationStudying factors that contribute to happiness and fulfillment.
#14
Which theorist is known for the hierarchy of needs, suggesting that human needs are arranged in a pyramid?
Abraham Maslow
ExplanationProposing a hierarchy of human needs.
#15
What is the primary goal of mindfulness meditation in psychological well-being?
Enhancing present-moment awareness without judgment
ExplanationFocusing on the present moment with acceptance.
#16
What is the term for the tendency to attribute one's successes to internal factors and failures to external factors?
Self-serving bias
ExplanationTaking credit for successes but blaming external factors for failures.
#17
According to the Big Five personality traits, which trait is associated with being imaginative, open-minded, and curious?
Openness
ExplanationBeing open to new experiences and ideas.