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Which subfield of psychology focuses on the assessment and treatment of mental disorders?
Which subfield of psychology focuses on the assessment and treatment of mental disorders?
- Comparative psychology
- Cognitive psychology
- Developmental psychology
- Clinical psychology (correct)
What does biological psychology primarily investigate?
What does biological psychology primarily investigate?
- Biological processes affecting the mind and behavior (correct)
- Psychological effects of social environments
- Developmental stages over a person's lifespan
- The influence of cultural norms on behavior
Which area of psychology is concerned with studying animal behavior?
Which area of psychology is concerned with studying animal behavior?
- Cognitive psychology
- Developmental psychology
- Comparative psychology (correct)
- Abnormal psychology
Which subfield of psychology primarily deals with human growth and development throughout the lifespan?
Which subfield of psychology primarily deals with human growth and development throughout the lifespan?
What area of psychology seeks to understand thought processes such as memory and problem-solving?
What area of psychology seeks to understand thought processes such as memory and problem-solving?
Which subfield is most closely linked to neuroscience techniques like MRI and PET scans?
Which subfield is most closely linked to neuroscience techniques like MRI and PET scans?
What is the primary focus of abnormal psychology?
What is the primary focus of abnormal psychology?
Which subfield of psychology would primarily be concerned with how environmental factors influence emotions?
Which subfield of psychology would primarily be concerned with how environmental factors influence emotions?
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Overview of Psychology
- Psychology examines mind and behavior, including biological, social, and environmental influences.
- Understanding psychology fosters insights into personal actions and enhances empathy towards others.
- Covers diverse topics such as development, personality, emotions, motivations, and social behaviors.
Major Subfields of Psychology
- Abnormal psychology: Focuses on studying abnormal behavior and mental disorders; linked to psychotherapy and clinical psychology.
- Biological psychology (biopsychology): Investigates how biological processes affect mind and behavior; utilizes neuroimaging techniques like MRI and PET scans.
- Clinical psychology: Dedicated to assessing, diagnosing, and treating mental disorders through various therapeutic approaches.
- Cognitive psychology: Studies thought processes, including attention, memory, perception, decision-making, and language acquisition.
- Comparative psychology: Concerns the study of animal behavior and its implications for understanding human behavior.
- Developmental psychology: Examines human growth and development across the lifespan, including cognitive abilities, morality, and social functioning.
- Forensic psychology: Applies psychological principles in legal and criminal justice contexts.
- Industrial-organizational psychology: Enhances workplace performance by applying psychological research and selecting suitable employees.
- Personality psychology: Investigates the development of individual personality traits and patterns that define unique behaviors and thoughts.
- Social psychology: Explores group behavior and social influences on individual behavior, including attitudes, prejudice, conformity, and aggression.
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