In Order to Get Around the Human Ability to Mask

question 202

Multiple Choice

In order to get around the human ability to mask emotions and more clearly define facial expressions for particular emotions, Paul Ekman and his associates:

• A) developed a special coding system that analyzed and identified the numerous facial muscles.
• B) developed an inter-observer system to make sure that observers defined expressions reliably.
• C) interviewed all participants in order to assess unexpressed feelings and motivations.
• D) monitored the brain waves of participants to determine which hemisphere had higher activation.

Recognize the role of emotions and selective attention in the perceptual process.

Identify the mechanisms of confirmation bias and self-concept maintenance.

Understand the impact of mental models on information processing.

Acknowledge the importance of diversity in breaking existing mental models.

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Definitions:

Anorexia

A condition involving significantly low body weight, a strong fear of weight gain, and a misperception of one's body size or shape.

Anorexia Nervosa

An eating disorder characterized by an obsession with food, body weight, and shape, leading to severe weight loss and potentially life-threatening starvation.

Psychological Problems

Issues or disorders affecting one's mental health, causing distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning.

Muscle Dysmorphia

A disorder characterized by a distorted self-image, where individuals believe they are not sufficiently muscular or lean, regardless of their actual physique.