In an Experiment by Zajonc and His Colleagues,participants Were Exposed

question 95

Multiple Choice

In an experiment by Zajonc and his colleagues,participants were exposed to brief novel passages of music while they focused their attention on other tasks.Results indicated that mere exposure led to liking:

• A)only when the exposed stimulus was task related.
• B)only when people were consciously attending to the exposed stimulus.
• C)even when people were unaware of what they had been exposed to.
• D)unless background stimuli created a distraction and interfered with the processing of the task.

Explain the role of stigma in the lives of individuals who deviate from societal norms, including those related to body image, lifestyle choices, and sexual orientation.

Discuss the historical and social contexts that shape attitudes toward sexual minorities and their rights.

Recognize the impact of homophobia on individuals and society, including its manifestation in less affluent societies.

Understand the psychological and social dynamics faced by families of sexual minorities.

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Definitions:

Group Bonding

The process of developing a sense of cohesiveness among members of a group, fostering feelings of loyalty and camaraderie.

Physical Proximity

The spatial closeness between individuals, which can influence communication, collaboration, and relationships in a work setting.

Group Potency

A group's collective belief in its own effectiveness and capability to accomplish tasks.

Identity Fusion

Describes a psychological state where an individual's personal identity becomes highly integrated with a group identity, leading to a strong sense of oneness with the group.