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1. Discuss how the levels of feature detection and color constancy affect visual information processing and the value of parallel processing.

2. Discuss how we use trial and error, algorithms, heuristics and insight to solve problems and how confirmation bias and fixation can interfere with effective problem solving.

3. Describe the early development of a self-concept and discuss possible effects of different parenting styles on children. Your answer should include:

a. Self-concept

b. Authoritarian parenting style

c. Permissive parenting style

d. Authoritative parenting style

4. Describe the social-cognitive perspective, and discuss the important consequences of personal control (internal/external locus of control), self-control, learned helplessness, and optimism.

5. Identify the basic characteristics of humanistic therapy, behavior therapy, and cognitive therapy.

6. Explain the importance of Pavlov’s work, and describe how it might apply to an understanding of human health and well-being. Your answer should include:

• The concept of associative learning
• The importance of classical conditioning in adaptation
• The importance of classical conditioning in objective behavior