Explain, using examples, the function of two hormones on human behavior The endocrine system is a system of glands in the human body that secretes chemicals called hormones. It is controlled by a brain structured called the hypothalamus. Hormone 1: Cortisol Cortisol and memory Cortisol is a hormone produced by the adrenal cortex in response … Continue reading “Explain the function of two hormones on human behavior”
Bystanderism can be defined as the phenomenon that an individual is less likely to help in an emergency situation when passive bystanders are present. The background for research on “bystanderism” was the Kitty Genovese murder in New York City in 1964. She was attacked, raped, and stabbed several times by a psychopath. Later, a number … Continue reading “Examine factors influencing bystanderism”
Formation of relationships Individualist cultures assume that the free choice of a spouse is based on romantic love but they may in reality be “arranged” by social position, religion, wealth, opportunities, and class. Moghaddam et al (1993) argues that interpersonal relationships: in Western cultures tend to be individualistic, voluntary, and temporary in non-Western cultures tend … Continue reading “Explain the role that culture plays in the formation and maintenance of relationships”
Sternberg (1986) suggested the triangular theory of love with three components that many psychologists believe are important in close relationships: intimacy (feeling close, connected, and bonded) passion (romance and physical and sexual attraction) commitment (desire to maintain the relationship in spite of adversity and costs). Partners begin to develop an interdependent relationship from the beginning … Continue reading “Analyze why relationships may change or end”
Attribution theory Attribution theory (Heider 1958) is based on the assumption that people are naive scientists who try to explain observable behavior. An essential feature of the original attribution theory is a fundamental distinction about internal and external causes of behavior. Attribution theory is based on the assumption that people: tend to look for causes … Continue reading “Describe the role of situational and dispositional factors in explaining behavior”
Cognitive learning theory can be broken down into two specific branches: social cognitive theory and cognitive behavioral theory. Both concepts consider the brain to be an information processor and concentrate on how we learn and the specific processes that are going on in the brain when we learn. What Is Cognitive Learning Theory? In psychology, … Continue reading “AP Psychology Study Resource: Cognitive Learning”
