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Jealousy Flashcards

1
Q

What is the definition of jealousy?

A

Jealousy is an emotional response that occurs when a person perceives a threat to a valued relationship or self-esteem.

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True or False: Jealousy can be considered a normal emotion.

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True

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Fill in the blank: Jealousy is often triggered by feelings of ________ and insecurity.

A

inadequacy

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What are the three components of jealousy according to psychological theories?

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Cognitive, emotional, and behavioral components.

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5
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Multiple choice: Which of the following is NOT a common cause of jealousy? A) Insecurity B) Trust issues C) Happiness

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C) Happiness

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What is the difference between jealousy and envy?

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Jealousy involves fear of losing something we have, while envy is the desire for something someone else has.

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True or False: Jealousy can lead to positive outcomes in relationships.

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True

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What term describes the irrational fear of losing a partner’s affection to a rival?

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Romantic jealousy

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Multiple choice: Which emotion is often linked to jealousy? A) Joy B) Anger C) Surprise

A

B) Anger

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10
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Fill in the blank: Jealousy is often associated with ________ and possessiveness.

A

control

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What is a common behavioral response to jealousy?

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Monitoring or checking on a partner’s activities.

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True or False: Jealousy can negatively impact mental health.

A

True

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13
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What psychological theory explains jealousy as a result of evolutionary processes?

A

Evolutionary psychology

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14
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Multiple choice: Which of the following can be a sign of unhealthy jealousy? A) Open communication B) Possessiveness C) Trust

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B) Possessiveness

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What is the term for jealousy that occurs in non-romantic relationships?

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Friendship jealousy

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16
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Fill in the blank: Jealousy can sometimes lead to ________ behaviors, such as stalking or harassment.

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aggressive

17
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True or False: Jealousy is always a destructive emotion.

A

False

18
Q

What role does self-esteem play in jealousy?

A

Low self-esteem can heighten feelings of jealousy.

19
Q

Multiple choice: Which culture is often associated with higher levels of jealousy? A) Individualistic B) Collectivist C) Neutral

A

B) Collectivist

20
Q

What is the impact of jealousy on interpersonal relationships?

A

It can cause conflict, mistrust, and can lead to relationship breakdowns.

21
Q

Fill in the blank: Healthy communication can help mitigate feelings of ________ in relationships.

A

jealousy

22
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True or False: Jealousy can be entirely eliminated from relationships.

A

False

23
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What is the term for the jealousy that arises from social comparisons?

A

Social jealousy

24
Q

Multiple choice: Which of the following strategies can help manage jealousy? A) Suppressing emotions B) Open dialogue C) Ignoring the issue

A

B) Open dialogue

25
Q

Fill in the blank: Jealousy can manifest in ________ forms, including emotional and physical reactions.

A

various

26
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What cognitive distortion often accompanies jealous thoughts?

A

Catastrophizing

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