Understanding Key Psychological Concepts

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What are the main characteristics of binge eating disorder?

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Main characteristics include recurrent binge eating episodes, lack of control during binges, eating rapidly, eating until uncomfortably full, and feelings of distress or shame.

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What is the fundamental attribution error?

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The fundamental attribution error is the tendency to attribute others' actions to their character while attributing our own actions to external circumstances.

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What is empathy?

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Empathy is the capacity to recognize and feel the emotions of others.

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What is the DSM-5?

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The DSM-5 is the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, a book where mental disorders are defined.

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What causes psychological disorders according to the biopsychosocial approach?

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Psychological disorders are caused by a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors.

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What is the definition of psychological disorder?

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A psychological disorder is a condition characterized by abnormal thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that cause significant distress or impairment.

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What is cognitive dissonance?

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Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort experienced when holding two or more contradictory beliefs, values, or ideas.

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What is the role of neurotransmitters in psychology?

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Neurotransmitters are chemical messengers that transmit signals across synapses in the brain, influencing mood, behavior, and cognition.

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What is the difference between classical and operant conditioning?

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Classical conditioning involves learning through association, while operant conditioning involves learning through consequences (rewards or punishments).

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What is the concept of self-efficacy?

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Self-efficacy is the belief in one's ability to succeed in specific situations or accomplish a task.