12 Questions
What is the term used to describe the connections of psychology to other fields?
Hub science
Which area of psychology focuses on the study of internal mental processes?
Cognitivism
What is the primary goal of community psychologists?
To identify the cause of social problems
Which area of psychology focuses on the study of observable behaviors?
Behaviorism
What is the term used to describe the study of psychological changes that occur over the life span?
Developmental psychology
Which area of psychology focuses on functioning in areas related to social, emotional, family, vocational, and developmental well-being?
Counseling psychology
What is a key aspect of human development psychology?
Consideration of all age groups and other factors
Which branch of psychology is concerned with the study of human learning across the lifespan?
Educational psychology
What is the primary goal of psychology?
To describe human behavior
Which type of psychology is concerned with the application of psychological principles in the criminal justice system?
Forensic psychology
What is the term for the process of interactive learning, such as hands-on experiments?
Active learning
What is the term for a person's reason for choosing a specific behavior from among several alternatives?
Motive
Test your understanding of the basics of psychology, including its connections to other fields, the study of observable behaviors, and internal mental processes. Explore the different areas of psychology and how they contribute to our understanding of human behavior.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
