1
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what are stereotypes
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an oversimplified beleif about an outgroup pertaining to either positive or negative thoughts about it’s members.
2
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what is the function of stereotypes
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they are used to quickly and simply process large amounts of information whihc frees up cognitive processing that can be used to perform other mental tasks.
3
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how do stereotypes form
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we form stereotypes from our own experiences e.g. personal interactions
4
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what are stereotypes built from
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- derogatory jokes
- group lables
- actions of parents towards individuals
psychology
flashcards
Decks in class (31)
# Cards
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ethics11
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steps in research8
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experimental vs non experimental8
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formulating hypothesis4
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variables7
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sampling and selcting participants15
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Divison of the nervous system8
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periheral nervous system10
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Neural transmittion10
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neurons11
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parts of the brain13
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lobes of the brain15
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extended responce30
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historical research11
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methods of investigating brain function18
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role of brain plasticty in infancy development11
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theory of cognitive developement - piaget17
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fiunctions of attitudes8
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cognitive dissonance14
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attribution theory5
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social identity theory8
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stereotypes4
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prejudice and discrimination13
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robbers cave experiment7
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milgram experiment9
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zimbardo study of obiedience5
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conformity10
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social loafing5
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anti social behaviour12
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darley and latanes study5
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pro social behvaiour3
