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ECPY 370 Exam 2 with complete
solutions latest version
time perspectives - CORRECT ANSWER-Future
Past-negative
Past-positive
Present-hedonistic
Present-fatalistic
time perspective most conducive for well-being - CORRECT ANSWER-Past-positive is
the most conducive to well-being. Linked with higher self-esteem, higher satisfaction
with both past and present. Past positive experiences can color how you see the world
presently.
balanced time perspective - CORRECT ANSWER-High on past-positive and future.
Medium on present-hedonistic.
Low on past-negative and present-fatalistic.
- benefits: a balanced time perspective aligns well with the time affluence vs. time
poverty model by Tim Kasser (those who experience time poverty feel they have too
many things to do and not enough time to do them).
time affluence vs. time poverty - CORRECT ANSWER-time affluence: sense that one
has ample time available on a daily basis. associated with happiness, well-being,
nurtured social relationships.
Time poverty: sense that you never have enough time to do all that you need and want
to accomplish (experienced by 80% of people).
- advantages:
- People who prioritize time over money are shown to be happier, less stressed, and
have better social relationships.
- Even small expenses that give you more time increase your well-being.
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what works well for time management - CORRECT ANSWER-Organizing and
prioritizing time while remaining flexible.
Be sensitive to your own needs and energy.
Perceive time spent as a choice not an imposition.
Self-compassion, self-understanding
Keep in mind your goals and values.
what does NOT work well for time management - CORRECT ANSWER-Time
management courses have little effect on time use because you need to acknowledge
and understand why you use the time you have (i.e., address the root cause).
key principles of time management - CORRECT ANSWER-- Motivation: liking what you
do and perceiving it as worthwhile.
- Balance: find a time balance that works for you.
- Responsibility and achievement.
- Time anxiety and lack of control.
how does time perspectives relate to our well-being (Zimbardo) - CORRECT ANSWER-
Learn to move flexibly between different time perspectives.
Past gives you roots.
Present hedonist gives you energy.
Future gives you wings.
Any time perspective in excess can be dysfunctional. → balance is best.
3 main types of coping strategies - CORRECT ANSWER-- Problem-focused: focus on
solving the problem.
- Emotion-focused: finding a way to deal with emotions you face (e.g., talking, venting,
meditation).
- Avoidant coping: avoid problem and emotions
functional and dysfunctional dimensions of each coping type - CORRECT ANSWER-
*Problem focused
- Functional: can address the root of the problem and think of ways to reach a solution.
- Dysfunctional: too much focus on the problem may lead you to neglect the emotional
experiences faced by yourself or others.
*Emotion focused
- Functional: can productively manage the emotions you face.
- Dysfunctional: may not address the problem or work to solve it.
*Avoidant
- Functional: may be beneficial to take a break from the problem (can avoid acting
impulsively or emotionally).
- Dysfunctional: never address problem or emotions.
anticipation - CORRECT ANSWER-adaptive defense mechanism
Emotionally preparing for potentially unfavorable outcomes of challenging situations.
affiliation - CORRECT ANSWER-adaptive defense mechanism
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ECPY 370 Exam 2 with complete
solutions latest version
time perspectives - CORRECT ANSWER-Future
Past-negative
Past-positive
Present-hedonistic
Present-fatalistic
time perspective most conducive for well-being - CORRECT ANSWER-Past-positive is
the most conducive to well-being. Linked with higher self-esteem, higher satisfaction
with both past and present. Past positive experiences can color how you see the world
presently.
balanced time perspective - CORRECT ANSWER-High on past-positive and future.
Medium on present-hedonistic.
Low on past-negative and present-fatalistic.
- benefits: a balanced time perspective aligns well with the time affluence vs. time
poverty model by Tim Kasser (those who experience time poverty feel they have too
many things to do and not enough time to do them).
time affluence vs. time poverty - CORRECT ANSWER-time affluence: sense that one
has ample time available on a daily basis. associated with happiness, well-being,
nurtured social relationships.
Time poverty: sense that you never have enough time to do all that you need and want
to accomplish (experienced by 80% of people).
- advantages:
- People who prioritize time over money are shown to be happier, less stressed, and
have better social relationships.
- Even small expenses that give you more time increase your well-being.
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what works well for time management - CORRECT ANSWER-Organizing and
prioritizing time while remaining flexible.
Be sensitive to your own needs and energy.
Perceive time spent as a choice not an imposition.
Self-compassion, self-understanding
Keep in mind your goals and values.
what does NOT work well for time management - CORRECT ANSWER-Time
management courses have little effect on time use because you need to acknowledge
and understand why you use the time you have (i.e., address the root cause).
key principles of time management - CORRECT ANSWER-- Motivation: liking what you
do and perceiving it as worthwhile.
- Balance: find a time balance that works for you.
- Responsibility and achievement.
- Time anxiety and lack of control.
how does time perspectives relate to our well-being (Zimbardo) - CORRECT ANSWER-
Learn to move flexibly between different time perspectives.
Past gives you roots.
Present hedonist gives you energy.
Future gives you wings.
Any time perspective in excess can be dysfunctional. → balance is best.
3 main types of coping strategies - CORRECT ANSWER-- Problem-focused: focus on
solving the problem.
- Emotion-focused: finding a way to deal with emotions you face (e.g., talking, venting,
meditation).
- Avoidant coping: avoid problem and emotions
functional and dysfunctional dimensions of each coping type - CORRECT ANSWER-
*Problem focused
- Functional: can address the root of the problem and think of ways to reach a solution.
- Dysfunctional: too much focus on the problem may lead you to neglect the emotional
experiences faced by yourself or others.
*Emotion focused
- Functional: can productively manage the emotions you face.
- Dysfunctional: may not address the problem or work to solve it.
*Avoidant
- Functional: may be beneficial to take a break from the problem (can avoid acting
impulsively or emotionally).
- Dysfunctional: never address problem or emotions.
anticipation - CORRECT ANSWER-adaptive defense mechanism
Emotionally preparing for potentially unfavorable outcomes of challenging situations.
affiliation - CORRECT ANSWER-adaptive defense mechanism
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