Definition and Origins of Psychology

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What is the main focus of the goal 'description' in psychology?

Modifying undesirable behavior

Observing and noticing everything about behavior (correct)

Explaining observed behavior

Predicting future behavior

In psychology, what does the goal 'explanation' primarily aim to do?

Modify mental processes

Predict future behavior

Control undesirable behavior

Find reasons for observed behavior (correct)

What is the core purpose of the goal 'prediction' in psychology?

Determine future outcomes (correct)

Explain underlying mental processes

Describe observed behavior

Control undesirable behavior

How does the goal 'control' relate to psychology?

By modifying undesirable behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of a psychologist when studying behavior and mental processes?

To observe, describe, explain, predict, and control behavior Signup and view all the answers

What is the etymological meaning of the term 'psychology'?

Study of the mind and soul Signup and view all the answers

Which aspect do psychologists emphasize when defining psychology?

Science, behavior, and mental processes Signup and view all the answers

What do psychologists study behavior and mental processes with?

Empirical data and scientific procedures Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of covert behavior?

Thinking and feeling Signup and view all the answers

What do mental processes include, according to the text?

Thinking, feeling, remembering Signup and view all the answers

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What is the main focus of the goal 'description' in psychology?

In psychology, what does the goal 'explanation' primarily aim to do?

What is the core purpose of the goal 'prediction' in psychology?

How does the goal 'control' relate to psychology?

What is the role of a psychologist when studying behavior and mental processes?

What is the etymological meaning of the term 'psychology'?

Which aspect do psychologists emphasize when defining psychology?

What do psychologists study behavior and mental processes with?

Which of the following is an example of covert behavior?

What do mental processes include, according to the text?

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