Psych Chapter 58 Flashcards
mere exposure effect
the phenomenon that repeated exposure to novel stimuli increases liking of them.
passionate love
an aroused state of intense positive absorption in another, usually present at the beginning of a love relationship.
companionate love
the deep affectionate attachment we feel for those with whom our lives are intertwined.
equity
a condition in which people receive from a relationship in proportion to what they give to it.
self-disclosure
self-disclosure: revealing intimate aspects of oneself to others.
altruism
unselfish regard for the welfare of others.
bystander effect
the tendency for any given bystander to be less likely to give aid if other bystanders are present.
social exchange theory
the theory that our social behavior is an exchange process, the aim of which is to maximize benefits and minimize costs.
social-responsibility norm
an expectation that people will help those dependent upon them.
GRIT
Graduated and Reciprocated Initiatives in Tension-Reduction– strategy designed to decrease international tensions.
