Forces That Shaped Psychology Quiz

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What does the term 'Zeitgeist' refer to in the context of psychology?

The internal factors that shape psychology

The intellectual and cultural climate of the times (correct)

The vacuum in which psychology develops

The external influences that impact psychology

How does history relate to the development of psychology?

History provides definitive conclusions for psychology

History is irrelevant to psychology's progress

History influences psychology and continues to shape it (correct)

History has no impact on the field of psychology

In what way does the historian's narrative approach the truth?

By providing unchangeable facts

By always being accurate

By approximating or getting closer with each new finding (correct)

By ignoring new data

How do external forces impact the discipline of psychology?

External forces shape the nature and direction of psychology Signup and view all the answers

What effect do contextual forces have on the definition and treatment of mental disorders?

Contextual forces influence how mental disorders are defined and treated Signup and view all the answers

Why is history considered a story without an ending?

Because history is always in progress and shaping the present and future Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, what is the main factor that influences the acceptance of new scientific ideas?

The prevailing cultural and intellectual climate (Zeitgeist) of the time Signup and view all the answers

What does the naturalistic theory of history propose regarding the role of individuals in scientific progress?

The times and cultural context make it possible for individuals' ideas to be recognized and accepted Signup and view all the answers

What might happen to a scientist proposing an idea that goes against the prevailing Zeitgeist or cultural climate?

They might not be heard or understood, or they could face rejection or persecution Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements best reflects the dynamic nature of scientific progress described in the passage?

Scientific progress is cyclical, with ideas that were once rejected being revisited and potentially accepted in different contexts or times Signup and view all the answers

Based on the example of Charles Darwin, what can be inferred about the role of individuals in scientific progress?

Even if a particular individual had not made a specific discovery, someone else would have eventually made a similar discovery due to the prevailing Zeitgeist Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, how does society's response to new scientific ideas relate to the Zeitgeist?

Society's response depends on the Zeitgeist, as the prevailing cultural climate influences the acceptance or rejection of new ideas Signup and view all the answers

According to the personalistic theory, progress and change in scientific history are primarily attributed to:

The unique ideas of influential individuals Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following figures is cited as an example of a 'prime mover and shaper of great events' according to the personalistic theory?

Charles Darwin Signup and view all the answers

The personalistic theory contrasts with which alternative approach to understanding the historical development of scientific psychology?

The naturalistic approach Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following figures would be considered less influential according to the personalistic theory?

A prominent team of researchers Signup and view all the answers

The personalistic theory implies that scientific progress is primarily driven by:

The charisma and will of exceptional individuals Signup and view all the answers

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