M3.1 social neuroscience Flashcards
What is the primary goal of social neuroscience?
A) To map the human genome
B) To investigate biological mechanisms underlying social structures and behaviors
C) To develop psychological theories
D) To study the physical properties of the brain alone
E) To create medications for mental health disorders
B) To investigate biological mechanisms underlying social structures and behaviors
Which method is not typically used in social neuroscience research?
A) EEG
B) fMRI
C) Cortisol measurement
D) Genetic sequencing
E) Hormone analysis
D) Genetic sequencing
What is the focus of the Cyberball task in social neuroscience studies?
A) Measuring logical reasoning
B) Analyzing financial decision-making
C) Understanding social exclusion and inclusion
D) Testing physical abilities
E) Studying language comprehension
C) Understanding social exclusion and inclusion
Which hormone is commonly measured in studies of social stress?
A) Insulin
B) Adrenaline
C) Estrogen
D) Cortisol
E) Testosterone
D) Cortisol
What does the ‘Simulation Hypothesis’ suggest in the context of social neuroscience?
A) The brain simulates physical environments
B) People use their own mental states to understand others’ mental states
C) Computers can simulate human emotions
D) Animals have complex social behaviors
E) Virtual reality can replace social interactions
B) People use their own mental states to understand others’ mental states
Which statement best describes ‘social categorization’?
A) The classification of individuals based on their age
B) The assignment of individuals to psychological treatment groups
C) The mental classification of individuals into social groups
D) The organization of data in social research
E) The grouping of social media categories
C) The mental classification of individuals into social groups
How do researchers measure brain activity in social neuroscience?
A) Only through psychological questionnaires
B) Using brain imaging techniques like fMRI and EEG
C) By observing behavior in natural settings
D) Through blood tests
E) By genetic analysis
B) Using brain imaging techniques like fMRI and EEG
What is one key area of focus in social neuroscience studies involving empathy?
A) Observing economic decision-making
B) Studying the effects of physical exercise on mood
C) Understanding responses to others’ emotions
D) Analyzing dietary influences on cognition
E) Mapping historical trends in social behavior
C) Understanding responses to others’ emotions
Which of the following is not a direct application of social neuroscience research?
A) Developing treatments for social anxiety
B) Enhancing educational methods
C) Improving machine learning algorithms
D) Designing better traffic systems
E) Informing public health campaigns
A) Developing treatments for social anxiety
Why is it important to study how we mentalize each other?
A) To improve computer hardware
B) To enhance social interactions and understand mental states
C) To increase sales in retail
D) To design more efficient cars
E) To develop new sports equipment
B) To enhance social interactions and understand mental states
Which brain activity measurement is used to study blood flow in the brain?
A) Cortisol levels
B) EEG
C) fMRI
D) Peripheral nerve testing
E) Ultrasound imaging
C) fMRI
What does social neuroscience primarily investigate?
A) Chemical properties of neurotransmitters
B) Mechanisms of brain diseases
C) Biological bases of social interactions
D) Genetic influences on personality
E) Impact of medications on cognition
C) Biological bases of social interactions
How does the EEG method contribute to social neuroscience research?
A) It measures the chemical balance in the brain
B) It observes the brain’s electrical activity
C) It images the brain’s anatomical structure
D) It monitors the heart rate
E) It records muscle activity
B) It observes the brain’s electrical activity
What is a common focus in studies of social stress in social neuroscience?
A) Athletic performance under pressure
B) Response to social and environmental stressors
C) Changes in weather patterns
D) Economic decision-making
E) Language acquisition skills
B) Response to social and environmental stressors
What does the Trier Social Stress Test (TSST) measure?
A) Cognitive decline with age
B) Stress response to social evaluation
C) Physical endurance
D) IQ levels under stress
E) Long-term memory capabilities
B) Stress response to social evaluation
