Optimum arousal theory - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Sensation -->simple stimulation of a sense organ; eyes, ears, tongue. Sensory receptors are found throughout the skin Perception -->the process of organizing and interpreting sensory information, enabling us to recognize meaningful objects and events theories of motivation -->-evolutionary approach -drive reduction theory -optimum arousal theory Instinctual motivation -->organisms born with preprogrammed tendencies drive-reduction theory -->CLARK HULL- the idea that a physi...

PMHN Original Exam 185 Questions with Verified Answers A rape victim with multiple injuries has been brought to the ED for evaluation and treatment. The first thing that the PMHN should communicate is: a. "I'm so sorry this happened to you" b. "You are safe here. No one can hurt you" c. "This was not your fault" d. "I'm thankful you survived this attack" - CORRECT ANSWER b. "You are safe here. No one can hurt you" A patient has signed the consent for for ECT under pressur...

PMHNP Exam prep 183 Questions with Verified Answers Conrad, a 26-year-old male, is being treated for cuts after being arrested for breaking the windows in the home of his girlfriend, who has just told him that they are through. He has a history of having been physically abused by his father, setting fires as a child, treatment for substance abuse, and arrest for stealing a car. Which of the following personality disorders might the clinician consider? Question 1 options:a) Na...

PMHN Original Exam 185 Questions with Verified Answers A rape victim with multiple injuries has been brought to the ED for evaluation and treatment. The first thing that the PMHN should communicate is: a. "I'm so sorry this happened to you" b. "You are safe here. No one can hurt you" c. "This was not your fault" d. "I'm thankful you survived this attack" - CORRECT ANSWER b. "You are safe here. No one can hurt you" A patient has signed the consent for for ECT under pressur...

  Week 1 Women’s Health Chapter 5 1. A major contributor to pelvic stability is a. the coccyx. b. the pubis. c. the ilium and its ligaments. d. the sacrum. 2. The sheet made up of dense fibrous tissue that spans the opening of the anterior pelvic outlet is/are the a. sphinter muscles. b. deep perineal space. c. perineal membrane. d. distal vagina. 3. How many different fiber sections subdivide the levator ani muscular sheet? a. 2 b. 3 c. 4 d. 6 4. What is the fun...

• PSY101_MH_V4 • Topic 12: Personality Started on Monday, February 28, 2022, 3:05 PM State Finished Completed on Monday, February 28, 2022, 3:39 PM Time taken 33 mins 17 secs Grade 110.00 out of 125.00 (88%) Question 1 Correct 5.00 points out of 5.00 Flag question Question text Juan is a child with a low activity level, and he tends to withdraw from new situations. He is inflexible, and he displays low mood intensity. According to psychiatrists Stella Chess and Alexander Thomas,...

instinct theory - ANSWER-emphasizes inborn genetic factors rather learned; animals drive reduction theory - ANSWER-a basic biological need produces tension (drive) that motivates an organism to satisfy that need; homeostasis; hunger, sex, thirst optimum arousal theory - ANSWER-organisms try to maintain optimum levels of stimulation and activity, increasing or reducing them as necessary

Kin 339 Exam 2 Study Guide Psychology Review Test 2023 Update A+ Anxiety - ANS-a negative emotional state with feelings of worry, nervousness, and apprehension associated with activation or arousal of the body -cognitive -somatic State anxiety - ANS-refers to "right now" feelings that change from moment to moment Trait anxiety - ANS-a personality disposition that is stable over time *high vs. low-trait anxious people usually have more state anxiety in highly evaluative situations...

Module 37 1. Which of the following is an unlearned, complex behavior exhibited by all members of a species? a. Refl ex b. Drive c. Incentive d. Instinct e. Motive - ANSWER-d Module 37 2. Which of the following is an aroused motivational state created by a physiological need? a. Drive b. Instinct c. Incentive d. Refl ex e. Motive ence needs - ANSWER-a Module 37 3. Which of the following is a conclusion that can be drawn from the Yerkes-Dodson law? a. Performance on eas...

Exam 1 Study Guide- Fundamentals 226 Sleep & Rest Ch. 42 What is circadian rhythm and how does it affect our day and how does it affect our day and night if we change our sleeping habits/job? • Circadian rhythm: 24hr, day/night cycle -Circadian rhythms= influence pattern of major biological & behavioral functions; predictable changing of body temp., HR, BP, hormone secretion, sensory acuity & mood depend on maintenance of 24hr. circadian cycle. -When sleep-wake cycle becomes disrupted ( worki...