Social and Health Psychology

Flashcards covering key concepts from Social and Health Psychology, including definitions and distinctions of important terms.

Situational influences on behavior

Factors in the environment that can affect how an individual acts.

Fundamental attribution error

The tendency to overemphasize personal characteristics and ignore situational factors in judging others' behavior.

Conformity

Adjusting one's behavior or thinking to coincide with a group standard.

Obedience to authorities

Following commands or instructions from someone perceived as an authority figure.

Bystander intervention

The act of helping someone in an emergency situation; influenced by factors such as diffusion of responsibility.

Aggression

Behavior intended to harm another individual, influenced by various psychological and social factors.

Attitudes formation

The process through which individuals develop their opinions and feelings towards objects, people, or events.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion not based on reason or actual experience.

Stereotypes

Generalized beliefs about a particular group or class of people.

Discrimination

Unfair treatment of a person or group based on characteristics such as race, gender, or age.

Stress

A state of mental or emotional strain resulting from adverse or demanding circumstances.

Stress response

The body's reaction to perceived threats, including physical, emotional, and psychological changes.