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    What is conformity?

    Influence of group pressure on individual behavior.

    What is obedience?

    Following direct commands from an authority figure.

    What causes resistance to social influence?

    Personal beliefs or social support can lead to defiance.

    What is social change?

    Shifts in societal norms and behaviors over time.

    How does context-dependent memory work?

    Recall is improved when in the same environment as learning.

    What is state-dependent memory?

    Memory retrieval is enhanced when in the same emotional state.

    What role does anxiety play in memory?

    High anxiety can impair memory recall and encoding.

    What is eyewitness testimony?

    Account of an event given by someone who witnessed it.

    What is a cognitive interview?

    Technique to enhance recall in eyewitnesses.

    What are Bowlby's theories of attachment?

    Focus on the importance of early relationships for development.

    What are the stages of attachment?

    Phases through which infants develop bonds with caregivers.

    What is the internal working model?

    Mental framework for understanding relationships based on early experiences.

    How do cultural variations affect attachment?

    Different cultures exhibit diverse attachment styles and practices.

    What is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)?

    Therapy focusing on changing negative thought patterns.

    What is systematic desensitization?

    Gradual exposure to anxiety-provoking stimuli to reduce fear.

    What is flooding in therapy?

    Immediate exposure to a feared stimulus to overcome anxiety.

    What is the nature vs. nurture debate?

    Discussion on the relative contributions of genetics and environment.

    What are SSRIs?

    Medications that increase serotonin levels to treat depression.

    What is the significance of research methods in psychology?

    Foundation for conducting valid and reliable psychological studies.

    What is the difference between qualitative and quantitative methods?

    Qualitative focuses on descriptive data; quantitative uses numerical data.

    What is the behavioral approach?

    Focus on observable behaviors and their environmental influences.

    What is social learning theory?

    Learning through observation and imitation of others.

    What is the biological approach in psychology?

    Focus on the physiological and genetic basis of behavior.

    What is the psychodynamic approach?

    Emphasizes unconscious processes and childhood experiences.

    What is humanism in psychology?

    Focus on individual potential and personal growth.