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What philosophy about human behavior did Aristotle contribute to psychology?
What philosophy about human behavior did Aristotle contribute to psychology?
- Behavior is random and unpredictable.
- Humans are primarily driven by instincts.
- People have no control over their actions.
- Human behavior is subject to universal laws. (correct)
Which psychologist is primarily concerned with improving workplace conditions?
Which psychologist is primarily concerned with improving workplace conditions?
- Human Factors Psychologist (correct)
- Consumer Psychologist
- Health Psychologist
- Forensic Psychologist
What effect does stress have according to health psychology?
What effect does stress have according to health psychology?
- Has no impact on physical health.
- Causes cortisol that can lead to headaches. (correct)
- Improves cognitive functions.
- Increases happiness and relaxation.
Which philosopher advocated for the importance of self-reflection to gain knowledge?
Which philosopher advocated for the importance of self-reflection to gain knowledge?
What is the primary focus of a forensic psychologist?
What is the primary focus of a forensic psychologist?
According to Democritus, what influences our behavior?
According to Democritus, what influences our behavior?
Which of the following concepts did Aristotle NOT explore?
Which of the following concepts did Aristotle NOT explore?
What motivational principle did Aristotle put forth that remains relevant today?
What motivational principle did Aristotle put forth that remains relevant today?
What is introspection in psychology?
What is introspection in psychology?
What landmark book did Gustav Theodor Fechner publish?
What landmark book did Gustav Theodor Fechner publish?
Which event is marked as the debut of modern psychology as a laboratory science?
Which event is marked as the debut of modern psychology as a laboratory science?
What does structuralism in psychology emphasize?
What does structuralism in psychology emphasize?
What was one of Wilhelm Wundt's key contributions to psychology?
What was one of Wilhelm Wundt's key contributions to psychology?
What is the primary focus of functionalism in psychology?
What is the primary focus of functionalism in psychology?
What did structuralists believe about the mind's functioning?
What did structuralists believe about the mind's functioning?
Which psychologist is known for emphasizing the importance of behavior in functionalism?
Which psychologist is known for emphasizing the importance of behavior in functionalism?
What is the primary function of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?
What is the primary function of the sympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system?
What does the 'fight or flight response' refer to?
What does the 'fight or flight response' refer to?
How does perception differ from sensation?
How does perception differ from sensation?
Which of the following aspects can influence perceptual variability?
Which of the following aspects can influence perceptual variability?
What is defined as the minimum amount of sensory stimulation needed to be detected 50% of the time?
What is defined as the minimum amount of sensory stimulation needed to be detected 50% of the time?
What primarily characterizes the 'rest and digest response' provided by the parasympathetic division?
What primarily characterizes the 'rest and digest response' provided by the parasympathetic division?
Which type of receptors are responsible for stimulating sensory information to the central nervous system?
Which type of receptors are responsible for stimulating sensory information to the central nervous system?
Which quote reflects the importance of sensation in human experience?
Which quote reflects the importance of sensation in human experience?
What is the primary function of the organ of Corti?
What is the primary function of the organ of Corti?
Which type of deafness occurs due to damage to the middle ear structures?
Which type of deafness occurs due to damage to the middle ear structures?
How does frequency theory explain pitch perception?
How does frequency theory explain pitch perception?
What causes sensorineural deafness?
What causes sensorineural deafness?
What structure lies coiled within the cochlea?
What structure lies coiled within the cochlea?
What phenomenon describes the frequency loss limited to gun firing sounds?
What phenomenon describes the frequency loss limited to gun firing sounds?
What can sometimes correct conductive deafness?
What can sometimes correct conductive deafness?
Which theory suggests that different frequencies stimulate different areas of the basilar membrane?
Which theory suggests that different frequencies stimulate different areas of the basilar membrane?
What is the primary goal of psychology focused on understanding the reasons behind behaviors and thoughts?
What is the primary goal of psychology focused on understanding the reasons behind behaviors and thoughts?
Which type of psychologist primarily focuses on psychological disorders that impact everyday life?
Which type of psychologist primarily focuses on psychological disorders that impact everyday life?
Which goal of psychology involves using psychological insights to improve individual and societal well-being?
Which goal of psychology involves using psychological insights to improve individual and societal well-being?
Which field of psychology is concerned with the adaptation and guidance for individuals facing light problems?
Which field of psychology is concerned with the adaptation and guidance for individuals facing light problems?
What type of psychologist would be most involved in determining how an educational curriculum aligns with a student's comprehension?
What type of psychologist would be most involved in determining how an educational curriculum aligns with a student's comprehension?
What does the role of a social psychologist primarily examine?
What does the role of a social psychologist primarily examine?
In which subfield of psychology would one study the impact of environmental factors on human behavior?
In which subfield of psychology would one study the impact of environmental factors on human behavior?
Which psychologist conducts tests to evaluate personality traits?
Which psychologist conducts tests to evaluate personality traits?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Psychology
- Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behavior.
- Goals include description, explanation, prediction, and control of behavior.
Four Goals of Psychology
- Describe: Observations of individual behaviors and thoughts in various situations.
- Explain: Analyzing reasons behind behaviors and thoughts, focusing on underlying factors.
- Predict: Forecasting future behaviors based on observations.
- Control: Using psychological insights to enhance individual well-being and societal outcomes.
Fields of Psychology
- Clinical Psychologist: Focus on psychological disorders impacting daily life.
- Counseling Psychologist: Assists in personal adjustments to life challenges.
- School Psychologist: Supports students with academic and social issues.
- Educational Psychologist: Evaluates curricula and teaching methods in relation to student comprehension.
- Developmental Psychologist: Studies biological and cognitive changes across an individual's lifespan.
- Personality Psychologist: Conducts tests to assess individual personality traits.
- Social Psychologist: Examines behavior in social contexts, e.g., Bystander Effect.
- Environmental Psychologist: Investigates interactions between people and their physical environment.
- Experimental Psychologist: Focuses on learning motivations and sensory experiences.
- Industrial Psychologist: Studies workplace behavior and personnel selection.
- Organizational Psychologist: Analyzes behavior in professional settings.
- Human Factors Psychologist: Enhances workplace ergonomics to improve productivity.
- Consumer Psychologist: Studies shopper behavior.
- Health Psychologist: Investigates the effects of stress on physical health.
- Forensic Psychologist: Involved in the criminal justice system.
- Sports Psychologist: Works with athletes to enhance performance.
Historical Foundations of Psychology
- Socrates: Advocated for self-knowledge through rational thought and introspection.
- Aristotle: Discussed laws governing human behavior and identified the five senses.
- Democritus: Proposed the interaction of body and mind and questioned free will.
Key Historical Contributions
- Wilhelm Wundt: Established the first psychological laboratory in 1879, marking psychology's evolution as a scientific discipline.
- Structuralism: Founded by Wundt, aimed to break down conscious experience into sensory and emotional components.
- Functionalism: Developed by William James, focused on the purpose of behavior and the adaptability of consciousness.
Concepts in Sensation and Perception
- Sensation: Stimulus detection by sensory receptors; occurs automatically.
- Perception: The active organization and interpretation of sensory information to form a meaningful representation.
- Absolute Threshold: The minimum level of stimulus needed for detection 50% of the time.
Types of Deafness
- Conductive Deafness: Occurs from damage to the middle ear; often treatable.
- Sensorineural Deafness: Results from damage to the inner ear or auditory nerve; typically more severe and less treatable.
Theories of Pitch Perception
- Place Theory: Pitch is determined by the location of the basilar membrane stimulated by sound.
- Frequency Theory: Pitch correlates with the frequency of neural impulses generated in response to sound.
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