PSYC 206 Introduction to Social Psychology Exam 2 Review

Flashcards covering key concepts in social psychology, focusing on impression formation, social influence, relationships, and helping behavior.

Warm and Cold Traits

Traits that influence our perceptions; warm traits lead to positive impressions.

Primacy Effect

First information learned impacts impression formation more.

Halo Effect

A positive trait influences opinions on other traits.

Fundamental Attribution Error

Overemphasizing personal traits and underestimating situational factors in behavior.

Six Steps of Helping Behavior

1. Notice; 2. Interpret as an emergency; 3. Assume responsibility; 4. Decide to help; 5. Provide help.

Empathy vs Personal Distress

Empathy leads to altruism; personal distress focuses on personal discomfort.

Identifiable Victim Effect

More donations when one identifiable victim is shown.

Bystander Effect

Individuals are less likely to help in emergencies when others are present.

Companionate Love

Deep emotional closeness and commitment without passion.

Misattribution of Arousal

Misidentifying the source of physiological arousal.