Individualistic Theories Quiz

Which theory is concerned with mental processes and behavior?

• Learning theory

• Psychodynamic

• Psychological

• Sociocultural theory

Which theory is likely to study mental health and disorders?

• Learning theory

• Psychodynamic

• Psychological

• Sociocultural theory

Which theory might analyze the impact of reinforcement and punishment?

• Learning theory

• Psychodynamic

• Psychological

• Sociocultural theory

What can be learned from watching others' behavior in an aggressive manner?

• Kindness

• Aggression

• Patience

• Humor

What increases the likelihood of continuing a behavior according to Bandura?

• If the behavior is difficult to perform.

• If the behavior is ignored by others.

• If imitating a model’s behavior is rewarding.

• If the behavior is punished.

What happens if a model’s behavior is not rewarding?

• People are more likely to imitate it.

• People are less likely to continue performing it.

• It becomes more popular.

• It has no effect on behavior.

What is the significance of rewards in Bandura's theory?

• Rewards have no significance.

• Rewards discourage behavior.

• Rewards encourage the continuation of behavior.

• Rewards only affect children.

Which of the following is NOT a source of observational learning?

• Family

• Peers

• Cultural symbols

• Weather patterns

What does the theory by Sutherland et al. help account for?

• Low crime rates

• High reoffending (recidivism) rates

• Economic growth

• Educational success

What can observational learning take place through, according to the text?

• Only within the family

• Only in schools

• Within the family, sub-cultures, and media

• Only through direct instruction