Chapter 8 extra

the way form and revise first impressions about others

declines in cognitive processing resources might impact the social judgment process (not as reflective)

they use less detailed information when making an initial impression

when people allow their initial negative impresssions to stand despite subsequent positive info

older adults are more prone to this due to declines in the function of the prefrontal cortex

you have a statement or message and you accept it or reject it based on your cognitive map.