ISC (Arts) Class 12 - CISCE Question Bank Solutions for Psychology

In the context of combating prejudice, ______ is referred to as ‘resetting the boundaries between Us and Them’.

Briefly explain Realistic Conflict Theory in prejudice with an example.

A negative behaviour or action towards individual or a group of people is termed as ______. 

Though urban areas are inhabited by the privileged as well as the underprivileged, the interactions between these two groups are minimal and often prejudiced.

Which one of the following ways can be used to reduce this prejudice?

Soham, a dedicated stay-at-home father, is often ridiculed by his family and friends who believe caregiving responsibilities fall on the woman as the wife. Despite his commitment and capabilities in managing household, Soham constantly faces prejudice due to these biases against men as house husbands and stay-at-home-fathers while the wife goes to work. This attitude of family and friends saddens him.

1. Explain any two causes for the prejudice Soham is facing.    (2)
2. Suggest any two strategies for Soham to overcome this prejudice.    (2)

Answer the following question briefly:

Explain the term relaxation training.

Explain the following effective strategies of coping with stress.

(i) Relaxation training.

(ii) Any three stages of yoga.

Explain how stress can affect the performance of an individual.

Enumerate any five defence mechanisms.

Explain the wellness cycle of stress.

Explain the distress cycle.

Rafeeq does not want to remember the details of the traumatic incident of a robbery that took place when he was at home. He tries to push the memory of this incident from his conscious mind to unconscious mind.

Your friends are in Class XII and feel pressured by academics. Briefly discuss any two effective strategies to reduce their stress and enhance their well-being.

State any one effect of prolonged stress on an individual's performance at workplace.

Mention any one skill required by a therapist to conduct a Psychological test.

One of the ways of changing an individual's attitude is to use an attractive source or arouse strong emotions. This is known as ______.

Repression is a defence mechanism in which an individual reverts to an earlier stage of development under high levels of stress.

Which of the following statements are correct about Rationalisation?

(P) It is an effective strategy to cope with stress and anxiety levels.

(Q) It enables individuals to protect their sense of self from unpleasant truths.

(R) It leads to self-deception in an individual.

(S) It allows for an expression of repressed desires and urges.

Answer the following:

Explain the term ego according to Freud.

Answer the following:

Mention any two classification of personality type accepted by Charak Samhita of Ayurveda.