Cognitive-Affective Bases of Behavior Flashcards

According to Beck's cognitive model, which cognitive distortion involves drawing a broad conclusion from a single incident?

Answer: Overgeneralization

Overgeneralization involves applying a conclusion from one event to a wide range of unrelated situations.

The James-Lange theory of emotion proposes that:

Answer: Physiological responses precede the subjective experience of emotion

James-Lange theory holds that we perceive physiological changes first, and the subjective emotional experience follows.

Which memory system stores general world knowledge and facts independent of personal experience?

Answer: Semantic memory

Semantic memory contains general factual knowledge about the world not tied to specific personal experiences.

Lazarus's transactional model of stress emphasizes which two cognitive processes?

Answer: Primary and secondary appraisal

Lazarus proposed that stress results from primary appraisal (is this a threat?) and secondary appraisal (can I cope?).

The Cannon-Bard theory of emotion differs from James-Lange in proposing that:

Answer: Thalamus simultaneously transmits signals to cortex and body

Cannon-Bard theory holds that the thalamus sends signals simultaneously to the cortex (producing emotion) and to the body (producing arousal).

A patient repeatedly checks door locks despite knowing they are locked. This behavior is best explained by which cognitive concept?

Answer: Inflated responsibility beliefs

OCD checking is driven by inflated responsibility beliefs — the conviction that one must prevent potential harm.

Which concept describes the tendency to seek information that confirms existing beliefs while ignoring disconfirming evidence?

Answer: Confirmation bias

Confirmation bias is the tendency to search for and favor information that confirms one's preexisting beliefs.