PSYC 2301 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Centrality, Cortisol, Endorphins

• School: Carleton University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYC 2301
• Professor: Patrick Hill

Document Summary

Mediator: third variable that may explain relationships between dependant/independent variables; the mechanism(s) underlying effect eg. social support -> depression social decision making confidence optimism eg. for which group will low social support lead to more depression. Older adults benefit more from structured/existing social structure. Moderator: third variable which the effect is conditioned; determinant of effect size. Optimism bias: most people think odds are good that you can avoid risks that may befall others. Studies show that adults and teens have similar risk taking thoughts. Primary prevention: avoiding an ailment or injury (eg wearing seatbelts) Secondary prevention: identifying and addressing an issue early in the process (eg mammograms) Tertiary prevention: trying to contain or if possible combat the issue (eg pain medications) Longitudal: eg recording eating habits over a period of time. Intervention: 2 weeks, provide one group benefits (cost) of eating pizza compared to control. Learn which ind. may be more or less susceptible to influence.