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What is the primary focus of a psychologist?
What is the primary focus of a psychologist?
- Studying the mind and behavior (correct)
- Prescribing medications
- Administering psychological tests
- Diagnosing physical illnesses
Which research method involves manipulating variables to establish cause and effect?
Which research method involves manipulating variables to establish cause and effect?
- Naturalistic observation
- Experimental (correct)
- Descriptive
- Correlational
What is one disadvantage of naturalistic observation?
What is one disadvantage of naturalistic observation?
- Observer bias and inability to control variables (correct)
- High cost of conducting research
- Limited to laboratory settings
- Artificial behaviors due to controlled environments
Which professional is specifically trained to prescribe medications for mental health conditions?
Which professional is specifically trained to prescribe medications for mental health conditions?
What is a primary benefit of conducting a case study?
What is a primary benefit of conducting a case study?
What is a common disadvantage of using surveys in research?
What is a common disadvantage of using surveys in research?
Which method allows researchers to observe behavior without any outside influence?
Which method allows researchers to observe behavior without any outside influence?
What main principle do experimental methods in psychology employ?
What main principle do experimental methods in psychology employ?
What is a primary limitation of case studies in research?
What is a primary limitation of case studies in research?
What is a consequence of social desirability bias in surveys?
What is a consequence of social desirability bias in surveys?
Which type of research is known for establishing a cause-and-effect relationship?
Which type of research is known for establishing a cause-and-effect relationship?
What is a disadvantage of behavioral measures in research?
What is a disadvantage of behavioral measures in research?
How do correlational studies handle variables?
How do correlational studies handle variables?
What do physiological measures assess in research studies?
What do physiological measures assess in research studies?
Which of the following is NOT a primary purpose of conducting research in psychology?
Which of the following is NOT a primary purpose of conducting research in psychology?
What limitation do self-reports typically face?
What limitation do self-reports typically face?
What is one advantage of using experimental research as compared to observational research?
What is one advantage of using experimental research as compared to observational research?
Which research method typically requires a comprehensive account of one person or group?
Which research method typically requires a comprehensive account of one person or group?
Which of the following best describes correlation in research?
Which of the following best describes correlation in research?
Flashcards
What is a Psychologist?
What is a Psychologist?
A psychologist holds a doctorate degree and is licensed by the PRC. They specialize in studying the mind and behavior, or in treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. They often use talk therapy to help individuals.
What does a Psychometrician do?
What does a Psychometrician do?
A psychometrician is a scientist who designs, tests, and analyzes psychological tests. They ensure that the tests are reliable and valid.
What is the difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?
What is the difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?
A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who specializes in diagnosing and treating mental disorders. They can prescribe medications. Psychologists do not have a medical degree and cannot prescribe medication.
Naturalistic Observation
Naturalistic Observation
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Observer Effect
Observer Effect
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Laboratory Observation
Laboratory Observation
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Case Study
Case Study
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Survey
Survey
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Social Desirability Bias
Social Desirability Bias
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Correlational Research
Correlational Research
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Confounding Variable
Confounding Variable
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Experimental Research
Experimental Research
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Self-Report
Self-Report
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Behavioral Measures
Behavioral Measures
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Physiological Measures
Physiological Measures
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Multiple Measures
Multiple Measures
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Descriptive Research
Descriptive Research
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Promote Community & Individual Well-being
Promote Community & Individual Well-being
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Study Notes
Careers in Psychology
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Psychologist: Requires a doctorate and licensing by the PRC. Focuses on the study of the mind and behavior or treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Involves talk therapy.
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Psychometrician: A scientist who develops, studies, validates, administers, and analyzes psychological tests.
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Psychiatrist: A medical doctor specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness, including prescribing medication. Often uses SNRIs.
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Overall Responsibilities for Psychologists/Related Professionals: Research, promote well-being, apply science, advise businesses/policymakers, and provide healthcare.
Research Methods in Psychology
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Descriptive Research: Observational methods (naturalistic and laboratory), case studies, and surveys.
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Naturalistic Observation: Observing subjects in their natural environment without interference, aiming for realism but facing observer bias.
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Laboratory Observation: Observing subjects in a controlled setting, providing more control but can create artificial behavior.
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Case Studies: Deep analysis of individuals, groups, or events. Can study rare or ethically complex issues, but results have limited generalizability.
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Surveys: Gathering data by asking questions, reaching large samples but susceptible to social desirability bias and inaccuracies.
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Correlational Research: Measures the relationship between variables, but does not prove a cause-and-effect link. May indicate potential cause-effect but isn't definitive. Correlation does not equal causation.
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Experimental Research: Manipulating variables to determine cause-and-effect relationships. Can show causation, but may create artificial situations.
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Measurement Approaches:
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Self-Reports: Participants describe their thoughts, feelings, and actions through interviews or questionnaires. Can be flawed due to social desirability bias.
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Behavioral Measures: Direct observation of behavior, useful for understanding behavior in context. Coding and training required. Participants behavior modification is a concern.
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Physiological Measures: Recording body responses to understand physiological processes related to psychological phenomena. Needs specialized training.
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Multiple Measures: Combining various methods to improve study results, offsetting weaknesses in individual measures. Expensive and time-consuming.
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Description
Explore the various careers within psychology, such as psychologists, psychometricians, and psychiatrists, each playing a unique role in mental health. Additionally, delve into research methods used in psychology, focusing on descriptive research techniques like observational studies and surveys.
