PSYC 1010 Study Guide - Final Guide: Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Psychosis, Anxiety Disorder

• School: York University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: PSYC 1010
• Professor: Myriam Mongrain

Document Summary

Case of kitty genovese: she got rapped and stabbed but no one helped till the man left then 20min later. Failure to help is related to the # of people present, going with the crowd & identification with victim. Proximity: how close someone lives to you: familiarity breeds fondness. Physical attractiveness: important influence on first impressions, halo effect: what is beautiful is good . We want to be with attractive people because it boosts ourselves in many ways. Similarity: friends & couples more likely to share common attitudes, beliefs, interests. & to be similar in age, race education, intelligence & economic status. Social exchange model: exchange of assets: what can you contribute to a relationship and what can you receive from your partner. Intimacy: sharing, communication, support, letting the other know you & what"s going on. Commitment: long-term plans, dedication to the relationship. The presence or absence of these ingredients brings 7 flavours of love.