Arizona State University

PSY 350

Study guide exam 4 Prosocial Behavior; Aggression; Attraction; Relationships; Groups; Know all about the following issues, including definitions and how it has been researched, etc.—i.e., earn your “A”—then come in to class, fill-in your little bubble sheet and have a great holiday! 1. What is kin selection in evolutionary theory? a. There are four ways that the evolutionary theory explains prosocial behavior: i. Kin Selection: Helping those who are genetically closer related to you, tendency helps the passing down of your own genes to future generations. 1. Individuals are more likely to help their own child rather than a strangers child, more likely to help a sibling than a cousin, and more likely help a cousin than a stranger 2. Reciprocity: the expectation that helping others will increase the likelihood that they will help us in the future 3. Group Selection: social groups with altruistic members are more likely to survive in competition with other groups 2. Can you explain the frustration-aggression hypothesis? a. The theory that any unpleasant stimulus will lead to emotional aggression which then leads to the aggression b. The internal state that accompanies the disappointment of an attempt to achieve c. Individuals act aggressively when the feel disappointed in the attempt to reach a goal. d. Revised: any form of frustration can lead to emotional aggression e. Original: any form of frustration leads to aggression 3. What types of love exist? a. Companionate love is characterized by deep caring for another person, comfort and trust, and enjoyment of shared experiences. b. Passionate love: involves intense emotional and physical attraction. c. Compassionate love: (A self-giving and care-giving type of love) (Intimacy + Commitment) 4. What types of aggression exist? a. Hostile: Aggression that is i