Social Cognition

Question 1

What is cognitive dissonance?

Answer 1

Cognitive Dissonance - the discomfort that people experience when they have conflicting beliefs, or when their behaviours, contradictive their beliefs.

Question 2

Availability Heuristic

Question 3

Actor observer bias

Answer 3

Blaming external factors for our bad behaviour or a negative event happening to us, but then blaming a persons internal factors for their bad behaviour or a negative event happening to them. 

Question 4

Anchoring bias

Answer 4

The tendency to rely too heavily on the first piece of information that we learn when we make decisions.


Question 5

Attentional bias

Answer 5

Our tendency to pay attention to some things and ignore others, thereby limiting our options.

Question 6

Anti social behaviours

Answer 6

Antisocial behaviors refer to actions that disregard or violate the rights of others. These behaviors can include aggression, dishonesty, rule-breaking, and lack of empathy. Antisocial behaviors are often associated with traits such as impulsivity, disregard for societal norms, and a lack of concern for the well-being of others.

Question 7

Pro social behaviours

Answer 7

Prosocial behaviors are actions that benefit others or society as a whole. These behaviors can include acts of kindness, cooperation, empathy, and helping others in need. Prosocial behaviors are often driven by empathy, a sense of responsibility, and a desire to contribute positively to the well-being of others.