social psych terms for ebq

affiliation motivation

the drive to connect with others and form social bonds.

altruism

selfless concern for the well-being of others, often leading to helpful behaviors.

burnout

a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged stress.

circadian rhythm

the natural, internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle over a 24-hour period.

cognitive appraisal

the process of interpreting and evaluating a situation to determine its significance.

cognitive load

the total amount of mental effort being used in the working memory.

growth mindset

the belief that abilities and intelligence can be developed through effort and learning.

identity v. role confusion

a stage in psychological development where individuals explore and define their personal identity.

industrial organizational psychology

the study of human behavior in workplaces to improve productivity and well-being.

information processing (dreams)

the theory that dreams help the brain organize and consolidate information from daily experiences.

intrinsic v. extrinsic motivation

intrinsic motivation comes from internal satisfaction, while extrinsic motivation is driven by external rewards.

learned helplessness

a condition in which repeated exposure to negative events leads to a sense of powerlessness.

love and belonging - maslow

a psychological need for close relationships, acceptance, and social connection in maslow’s hierarchy.

prosocial behaviors

voluntary actions intended to benefit others, such as helping, sharing, or comforting.

self determination theory

a framework suggesting that autonomy, competence, and relatedness enhance motivation and well-being.

self efficacy

the belief in one’s ability to successfully complete tasks and achieve goals.

self esteem

an individual’s overall sense of self-worth and personal value.

self fulfilling prophecy

when expectations about a person or situation lead to behaviors that make those expectations come true.

social comparison

evaluating oneself in relation to others to assess abilities, opinions, or status.

stereotype

a generalized belief about a group of people, often oversimplified and inaccurate.

stereotype threat

the risk of confirming negative stereotypes about one’s social group, which can impact performance.