Prosocial Behavior
Psychology ⇒ Social Psychology
Prosocial Behavior starts at 11 and continues till grade 12.
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A student witnesses a classmate drop their books in the hallway. The student looks around and sees many others watching but does not help. What social psychological phenomenon is this an example of?
Describe how cultural values can influence prosocial behavior.
Describe how time pressure can affect prosocial behavior.
Describe the difference between altruism and prosocial behavior.
A person donates to charity to receive public recognition. Is this behavior considered altruistic?
A person helps a stranger because they believe it will bring them good karma. Is this an example of altruism?
A person helps an elderly neighbor with groceries because they believe it is their duty. Which social norm is influencing their behavior? (1) Reciprocity norm (2) Social responsibility norm (3) Equity norm (4) Conformity norm
A student witnesses a classmate drop their books in the hallway. The student looks around and sees many others watching but does not help. What social psychological phenomenon is this an example of?
A person helps an elderly neighbor with groceries because they believe it is their duty. Which social norm is influencing their behavior? (1) Reciprocity norm (2) Social responsibility norm (3) Equity norm (4) Conformity norm
Which of the following best describes pluralistic ignorance? (1) Believing others are more knowledgeable (2) Assuming nothing is wrong because others appear unconcerned (3) Feeling responsible to help (4) Acting out of empathy
Which of the following is a cognitive process involved in prosocial behavior? (1) Selective attention (2) Perspective-taking (3) Sensory adaptation (4) Habituation
Which of the following is a personal factor that can decrease prosocial behavior? (1) High self-esteem (2) Low empathy (3) Positive mood (4) Secure attachment
Fill in the blank: According to Batson's empathy-altruism hypothesis, helping is motivated by __________ concern for another person.
Fill in the blank: According to the empathy-altruism hypothesis, people help others because they feel __________ for them.
Fill in the blank: The __________ effect refers to the phenomenon where people are less likely to help when others are present.
Fill in the blank: The __________ hypothesis suggests that people help others to reduce their own distress.
A person donates to charity to receive public recognition. Is this behavior considered altruistic?
A person helps a stranger because they believe it will bring them good karma. Is this an example of altruism?
True or False: Empathy is a key factor in promoting prosocial behavior.
True or False: People are more likely to help when they are in a good mood.
