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Which statement best describes associative learning?
Which statement best describes associative learning?
- Developing a reflexive response to a stimulus without conditioning
- Understanding the relationships between different events (correct)
- Improving memory power through repeated practice
- Learning to become less sensitive to stimuli over time
What is the primary focus of behaviourism?
What is the primary focus of behaviourism?
- Explaining mental phenomena through laws of association (correct)
- Enhancing memory and learning capabilities
- Internal mental processes and thoughts
- The importance of innate behaviours
In Pavlov's experiment, what is the bell considered after conditioning?
In Pavlov's experiment, what is the bell considered after conditioning?
- Response variable
- Unconditioned stimulus (UCS)
- Neutral stimulus (NS)
- Conditioned stimulus (CS) (correct)
What does sensitisation refer to in non-associative learning?
What does sensitisation refer to in non-associative learning?
Which of the following is NOT a trait associated with understanding psychology in everyday life?
Which of the following is NOT a trait associated with understanding psychology in everyday life?
What does the 'CareerEDGE Model' refer to within the context of this subject?
What does the 'CareerEDGE Model' refer to within the context of this subject?
What does behaviourism emphasize regarding behaviour?
What does behaviourism emphasize regarding behaviour?
In classical conditioning, what is the unconditioned response (UCR) associated with chemotherapy?
In classical conditioning, what is the unconditioned response (UCR) associated with chemotherapy?
Which of the following best describes counterconditioning in behaviourism?
Which of the following best describes counterconditioning in behaviourism?
What was J.B. Watson's view on the subject of psychology?
What was J.B. Watson's view on the subject of psychology?
What role does the drug antabuse play in aversion therapy?
What role does the drug antabuse play in aversion therapy?
In the context of conditioning, what does the term 'stimuli' refer to?
In the context of conditioning, what does the term 'stimuli' refer to?
In the context of conditioning, what does UCR stand for?
In the context of conditioning, what does UCR stand for?
What does CS represent in classical conditioning?
What does CS represent in classical conditioning?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies the concept of UCS?
Which of the following scenarios exemplifies the concept of UCS?
In Anita's scenario, what is the conditioned response (CR)?
In Anita's scenario, what is the conditioned response (CR)?
What would be an example of a CR in Peter's allergic reaction scenario?
What would be an example of a CR in Peter's allergic reaction scenario?
According to the advertising application, what role does music play in consumer behavior?
According to the advertising application, what role does music play in consumer behavior?
Study Notes
Acknowledgement of Country
- La Trobe University recognizes Traditional Custodians of Country across Australia.
- Respects elders past, present, and emerging, as well as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Overview of Applied Psychology
- Focuses on integrating theories with real-world applications.
- Aims to apply psychological principles across various settings and populations.
- Enhances personal development and employability for students.
CareerEDGE Model
- Framework for assessing career readiness and professional development.
Course Format
- Weekly recorded previews followed by interactive Zoom lectures (1.5 hours).
- Weekly tutorials (1 hour) for hands-on learning.
- Assessments include a group presentation, a personal development portfolio, and two online quizzes.
Course Content Breakdown
- Week 1: Subject overview and learning pathways in psychology.
- Week 2: Positive psychology principles and self-awareness.
- Week 3: Health psychology focusing on behavior and health modification.
- Week 4: Stress management techniques and self-care.
- Week 5: Multi-disciplinary teamwork and effective presentation skills.
- Week 6: Working with children and adolescents.
Key Concepts in Psychology
- Psychology examines human behavior and aims to treat and understand behaviors in various contexts.
- Applied psychology involves using psychological theories to tackle real-life problems.
Learning Theories
- Learning defined as enduring changes in behavior or capabilities through experience.
- Two main types of learning: Associative (discovering relationships between events) and Non-associative (habituation and sensitization).
Behaviourism
- Emphasizes the influence of associations between stimuli and responses.
- Ivan Pavlov introduced classical conditioning through experiments involving conditioned reflexes.
Classical Conditioning Components
- Unconditioned Stimulus (UCS): Stimulus producing a natural response without prior learning.
- Unconditioned Response (UCR): Reflexive response to UCS.
- Conditioned Stimulus (CS): Stimulus that elicits a response after pairing with UCS.
- Conditioned Response (CR): Learned response similar to UCR triggered by CS.
Real-Life Applications
- An effective example of classical conditioning includes Anita's driving experience leading to a conditioned response associated with brake lights.
Advertising Applications
- Music in advertisements significantly influences consumer choices, with a notable preference for products linked to preferred music.
Aversion Therapies
- Aims to create aversions by pairing a stimulus with an unpleasant UCS, as evidenced in treatments for alcoholism using drugs like Antabuse.
J.B. Watson's Contributions
- As a key figure in behaviourism, Watson asserted that psychology’s focus should be solely on observable behavior rather than the mind.
- Advocated for identifying stimuli that elicits specific behaviors, asserting similarities in behavior across species.
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Test your understanding of the introductory concepts in Applied Psychology. This quiz covers key learning topics from Week 1 of the PSY1APP course, designed for students to engage with the foundational principles and applications of psychology.
