Social Cognition and Health

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Which of the following is NOT a key component of social cognition?

  1. Attitudes

  2. Beliefs

  3. Norms

  4. Emotions


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Emotions are not considered a key component of social cognition, which primarily focuses on attitudes, beliefs, and norms.

According to the Health Belief Model, what is the most important factor in determining an individual's health behavior?

  1. Perceived susceptibility

  2. Perceived severity

  3. Perceived benefits

  4. Perceived barriers


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the Health Belief Model, perceived susceptibility is considered the most important factor in determining an individual's health behavior, as it reflects their belief about their likelihood of getting a particular disease or condition.

Which theory suggests that individuals are more likely to engage in health behaviors if they believe that others around them are doing the same?

  1. Social Cognitive Theory

  2. Theory of Planned Behavior

  3. Health Belief Model

  4. Social Comparison Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Social Cognitive Theory emphasizes the role of social influences, including observing others' behaviors, in shaping an individual's own health behaviors.

What is the term for the tendency to overestimate the likelihood of experiencing a negative health outcome?

  1. Optimism bias

  2. Pessimism bias

  3. Illusion of control

  4. Confirmation bias


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Pessimism bias refers to the tendency to overestimate the likelihood of experiencing a negative health outcome, such as a disease or injury.

Which of the following is an example of a social norm related to health?

  1. Eating a balanced diet

  2. Getting regular exercise

  3. Avoiding smoking

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are examples of social norms related to health, as they represent behaviors that are generally accepted and expected within a society.

According to the Transtheoretical Model, what is the stage in which an individual is aware of the need for change but has not yet taken action?

  1. Precontemplation

  2. Contemplation

  3. Preparation

  4. Action

  5. Maintenance


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In the Transtheoretical Model, the contemplation stage represents the phase where an individual is aware of the need for change but has not yet made a commitment to take action.

What is the term for the tendency to seek out information that confirms existing beliefs and ignore information that contradicts them?

  1. Confirmation bias

  2. Disconfirmation bias

  3. Illusion of control

  4. Optimism bias


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Confirmation bias refers to the tendency to seek out information that confirms existing beliefs and ignore information that contradicts them, leading to a distorted view of reality.

Which of the following is an example of a self-efficacy belief related to health?

  1. I can resist the temptation to eat unhealthy foods.

  2. I can exercise regularly even when I'm feeling tired.

  3. I can manage my stress levels effectively.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are examples of self-efficacy beliefs related to health, as they represent an individual's confidence in their ability to perform specific health-related behaviors.

What is the term for the tendency to attribute one's successes to internal factors and one's failures to external factors?

  1. Self-serving bias

  2. Illusion of control

  3. Optimism bias

  4. Confirmation bias


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Self-serving bias refers to the tendency to attribute one's successes to internal factors (e.g., skill, effort) and one's failures to external factors (e.g., bad luck, unfair circumstances).

Which of the following is an example of a health-related attitude?

  1. Smoking is harmful to health.

  2. Regular exercise is important for maintaining a healthy weight.

  3. Fruits and vegetables are good for you.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are examples of health-related attitudes, as they represent beliefs or evaluations about health-related behaviors or outcomes.

What is the term for the tendency to underestimate the likelihood of experiencing a negative health outcome?

  1. Optimism bias

  2. Pessimism bias

  3. Illusion of control

  4. Confirmation bias


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Optimism bias refers to the tendency to underestimate the likelihood of experiencing a negative health outcome, such as a disease or injury.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of the Theory of Planned Behavior?

  1. Attitudes

  2. Subjective norms

  3. Perceived behavioral control

  4. Self-efficacy


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Self-efficacy is not a key component of the Theory of Planned Behavior, which focuses on attitudes, subjective norms, and perceived behavioral control as the main determinants of behavior.

What is the term for the tendency to believe that one has more control over events than one actually does?

  1. Optimism bias

  2. Pessimism bias

  3. Illusion of control

  4. Confirmation bias


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Illusion of control refers to the tendency to believe that one has more control over events than one actually does, leading to an overestimation of one's ability to influence outcomes.

Which of the following is an example of a social comparison related to health?

  1. Comparing one's weight to that of others

  2. Comparing one's exercise routine to that of others

  3. Comparing one's diet to that of others

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the options are examples of social comparisons related to health, as they involve comparing one's own health-related behaviors or outcomes to those of others.

What is the term for the tendency to believe that one is less likely to experience a negative health outcome than others?

  1. Optimism bias

  2. Pessimism bias

  3. Illusion of control

  4. Comparative optimism


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Comparative optimism refers to the tendency to believe that one is less likely to experience a negative health outcome than others, even if the objective risk is the same.

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