Summarize the research regarding socioeconomic and gender differences in coping with stress.

Describe the factors influencing group decision-making and the effectiveness of groups

Identify, define, and discuss at least five defense mechanisms. Give at least one example for each defense mechanism presented.

Identify and briefly describe three ways to stay healthy and three ways of learning to cope effectively with stress.

Define altruism and discuss the factors that tend to increase or inhibit the occurrence of altruistic behavior.

Identify and define at least four factors that influence attraction to others

Identify and briefly describe the elements of a healthy lifestyle. Briefly explain how each of these helps improve one’s quality (and perhaps quantity) of life.

Define deindividuation and explain its role in processes such as mob behavior.

Explain what social and cultural influences are. Also, discuss the similarities and differences among norms, cultural norms, and cultural assimilators.

Briefly discuss the various criteria used by psychologists in determining whether or not someone’s behavior is “abnormal.”