24 Questions
What is the function of dendrites in a neuron?
Receives signals from other neurons
What is the resting potential of a neuron?
-70 mV
What is the main function of the cell body (soma) in a neuron?
Transfers signals from the dendrites to the axon
What describes cognitive subconscious processes?
They are nonconscious mental processes that influence judgments and behaviors.
What is the main issue addressed by the 'Problem of Other Minds'?
How can we be certain others are conscious in the same way we are?
What action does an axon perform in a neuron?
Carries information to other nerve cells
What principle states that once a neuron fires, it cannot be stopped?
All or none principle
Which part of the nervous system is associated with activities thought as conscious or voluntary?
Somatic nervous system
What is the function of the parasympathetic nervous system?
Return the body to routine after stress
Which brain imaging technique measures blood flow inside the whole brain?
Functional Magnetic Resonance Imaging (fMRI)
What did Franz Gall believe about brain bumps and traits?
New traits create more bumps in the brain
What does the autonomic nervous system control?
Internal organs and functions outside voluntary control
Who is known as the 'First' psychologist?
Wilhelm Wundt
Which psychologist used introspection as a method?
Wilhelm Wundt
Who brought psychology to America?
William James
According to Cartesian dualism, what distinguishes the mind from the body?
The mind exists independently from the body
Which theory focuses on the role of the unconscious mind?
Psychoanalytic theory
What is the primary goal of the scientific method?
To systematically investigate phenomena
What is the purpose of a hypothesis in scientific research?
To make predictions based on a theory
Which of the following is NOT one of the empirical challenges for psychology mentioned in the text?
Consistency
What is the purpose of avoiding bias in scientific research?
To improve the internal validity of an experiment
Why is correlation insufficient to establish causation in scientific studies?
Because correlation does not prove a cause-and-effect relationship
What is the main difference between external validity and internal validity in an experiment?
External validity is about generalizing from an experiment, while internal validity is about establishing a causal relationship between variables
Why are WEIRD subjects considered problematic in many studies?
They may not provide results that are generalizable to diverse populations
Test your knowledge on empirical challenges in psychology, including the concepts of theory, hypothesis, and the criteria for a good theory. Explore how psychologists strive to simplify complex phenomena, test falsifiability, and generate ideas for future research.
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