Question 1

Joey wanted to know how he could enhance his affirming emotions to make his life more enjoyable.What new area of psychology should he research?

Accepted Answer

Positive psychology focuses on promoting positive emotions, behaviors, and attitudes, and on enhancing well-being and life satisfaction. Therefore, Joey would benefit from researching this area of psychology to learn how to enhance his affirming emotions and make his life more enjoyable.

Question 2

Most people from around the world report that they are happy.Which of the following countries reports the highest levels of happiness?

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Question 3

What percentage of people typically report being unhappy?

Accepted Answer

There is no one definitive answer to this question as it can vary depending on the study and how happiness is defined and measured. However, according to some surveys and statistics, roughly 10% of people report being unhappy or experiencing depression or anxiety.

Question 4

Yolanda is a graduate student in clinical psychology and she is very tired of focusing on things that are wrong with people.She instead wants to learn about people who find happiness and how they do it.What field of psychology should Yolanda switch to?

Accepted Answer

Yolanda should switch to positive psychology, which focuses on studying positive emotions, well-being, and optimal human functioning, including the factors that contribute to happiness. This would fit her interest in learning about people who find happiness.

Question 5

To Darwin,emotions served what function?

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Question 6

Dehron went to see a movie about reptiles and noticed that he felt happy after an intensive discussion about cobras.This finding is consistent with the results reported by Zajonc and colleagues because what vowel sounds are activated?

Accepted Answer

The vowel sound "ah" is associated with positive emotions and has been found to activate the amygdala, a part of the brain involved in emotional processing. This is consistent with Zajonc's theory that mere exposure to a stimulus can elicit positive emotional responses.

Question 7

Which of the following individuals would most likely rate their happiness highly?

Accepted Answer

Research shows that overall, individuals who are older and in good health report higher levels of happiness than younger individuals or those in poor health. Age and health are strong predictors of happiness, whereas socio-economic status and relationship status have weaker correlations. The presence of a physical injury or disability can also negatively impact happiness.

Question 8

Which of the following persons is most likely to be happiest?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that as people age, they tend to become happier, more satisfied with their lives, and less prone to negative emotions. Colleen, being a healthy 67-year-old woman, is therefore most likely to be the happiest of the four options provided. None of the other factors listed (gender, wealth, or nationality) have been consistently shown to correlate with happiness.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is NOT consistent with the evolutionary theory of emotion?

Accepted Answer

Each statement contradicts key aspects of the evolutionary theory of emotion, which posits that emotions have evolved as adaptive responses to environmental challenges and opportunities, are innate rather than learned, and often involve automatic, quick responses to stimuli.

Question 10

As the result of a motor vehicle accident,Christian is now a quadriplegic.If you asked Christian about his level of happiness,which of the following is he most likely to report?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that people often adapt to significant life changes, including disabilities, and may report levels of happiness similar to or only slightly less than others over time.

Question 11

Positive psychology is best defined as

Accepted Answer

Positive psychology is defined as the scientific study and enhancement of positive feelings, positive traits, positive abilities, and virtues that enhance the well-being of individuals and society as a whole. It focuses on promoting well-being and flourishing, rather than simply treating mental illness.

Question 12

Yvonne is a graduate student studying positive psychology.What emotion is she most likely focusing on in her studies?

Accepted Answer

Positive psychology is the study of positive emotions, strengths, and virtues. As such, researchers in this field often focus on studying positive emotions like happiness, joy, and gratitude.

Question 13

What biological mechanism did Zajonc study to differentiate between facial expressions?

Accepted Answer

Zajonc studied the effect of brain blood temperature on facial expressions, proposing that changes in blood flow and temperature could influence emotional experiences and expressions.

Question 14

What is the relationship between happiness and chronological age?

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that there is a minimal relationship between happiness and chronological age. While some studies have found that older adults report higher levels of happiness and well-being, other studies have found no significant difference or even a decline in happiness with age. Ultimately, individual factors such as health, social support, and life circumstances play a greater role in determining overall happiness than age alone.

Question 15

Pablo's twin,Hugo,is a very happy person.What can we expect about Pablo?

Accepted Answer

The fact that Hugo is a happy person does not necessarily mean that Pablo is also happy, but since they are twins, there may be some similarities in their personalities and experiences. Therefore, it is possible that Pablo is also a happy person like his twin.

Question 16

What newer area of psychological research investigates the enhancement of feelings such as happiness and optimism and traits such as perseverance and wisdom?

Accepted Answer

Positive psychology is a newer area of psychological research that focuses on understanding and enhancing positive emotions, traits, and behaviors in individuals and society as a whole. It investigates areas such as happiness, optimism, resilience, perseverance, gratitude, and wisdom. Clinical psychology focuses more on psychopathology and treating mental disorders, while behaviorist psychology emphasizes the role of environmental factors and conditioning in shaping behavior. Social psychology studies how individuals interact with and influence others in social contexts.

Question 17

Jelena is singing in a musical that involves her saying the sounds 'ee' and 'ah' repeatedly.What effect is this likely to have on her mood and why?

Accepted Answer

Making the sounds "ee" and "ah" repeatedly can lower the temperature of the blood going to the brain, which has a calming effect and can improve mood. This is known as the "Mozart effect".

Question 18

When do people begin to display the basic emotions and associated facial expressions?

Accepted Answer

Infancy is when babies begin to display the basic emotions and associated facial expressions such as happiness, sadness, anger, fear, surprise, and disgust. This is typically observed from birth to 18-24 months of age.

Question 19

Lilly was a happy child who always displayed an optimistic attitude.As an adult,however,she struggled with poverty as well as health issues.Based on the discussion in your text book,if you asked Lilly how happy she is,what would you expect her to report?

Accepted Answer

According to the discussion in the textbook, past happiness is the best predictor of future happiness. Lilly was a happy child and thus it is likely that she would report being happy despite her current struggles with poverty and health issues. Option A and C can be ruled out as they assume a direct causal relationship between external factors and happiness, which is not always the case. Option D is irrelevant and there is no evidence to suggest that women are less happy than men.

Question 20

According to Darwin,why would emotional expression have evolved?

Accepted Answer

According to Darwin, emotional expressions have evolved because they serve a communicative function that is essential to survival. They allow individuals to communicate their emotional states to others, which can be important for social bonding and cooperation, as well as for warning others of potential danger.

Quiz 11: Motivation and Emotion