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Who is one of the founding theorists of humanistic psychology known for the hierarchy of human needs?
Who is one of the founding theorists of humanistic psychology known for the hierarchy of human needs?
What is one benefit of understanding psychology in building relationships?
What is one benefit of understanding psychology in building relationships?
What does educational psychology primarily focus on?
What does educational psychology primarily focus on?
How does psychology improve daily communication?
How does psychology improve daily communication?
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What two main forces contribute to motivation according to psychological principles?
What two main forces contribute to motivation according to psychological principles?
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What impact does self-knowledge have on self-confidence?
What impact does self-knowledge have on self-confidence?
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Which branch of psychology studies mental health disorders?
Which branch of psychology studies mental health disorders?
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What does the rise of computer technology promote in psychological studies?
What does the rise of computer technology promote in psychological studies?
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Which type of psychology focuses on workplace interactions?
Which type of psychology focuses on workplace interactions?
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of studying psychology?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of studying psychology?
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What contributed to the dominance of behaviorism in the first half of the 20th century?
What contributed to the dominance of behaviorism in the first half of the 20th century?
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Humanistic psychology emerged as a reaction to which type of approaches?
Humanistic psychology emerged as a reaction to which type of approaches?
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What type of psychology focuses on workplace dynamics?
What type of psychology focuses on workplace dynamics?
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Which theorist played a pivotal role in developing client-centered therapy?
Which theorist played a pivotal role in developing client-centered therapy?
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Which branch of psychology studies the psychological processes of animals?
Which branch of psychology studies the psychological processes of animals?
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What is NOT a recognized branch of psychology?
What is NOT a recognized branch of psychology?
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What primarily motivates human behaviour according to the content?
What primarily motivates human behaviour according to the content?
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Which of the following is NOT considered a biological factor influencing human behaviour?
Which of the following is NOT considered a biological factor influencing human behaviour?
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How does psychology help in understanding illnesses according to the information provided?
How does psychology help in understanding illnesses according to the information provided?
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In what ways do people use psychology in everyday life as stated in the content?
In what ways do people use psychology in everyday life as stated in the content?
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What does the humanistic approach reject in terms of studying human experience?
What does the humanistic approach reject in terms of studying human experience?
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What is the purpose of studying psychology mentioned in the content?
What is the purpose of studying psychology mentioned in the content?
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Which type of diseases has psychology contributed to identifying according to the content?
Which type of diseases has psychology contributed to identifying according to the content?
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Who developed client-centered therapy within the humanistic approach?
Who developed client-centered therapy within the humanistic approach?
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What effect does understanding psychology have on an individual's daily life?
What effect does understanding psychology have on an individual's daily life?
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What metaphor became popular alongside the rise of computer technology in psychology?
What metaphor became popular alongside the rise of computer technology in psychology?
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What encompasses the scope of psychology based on the content?
What encompasses the scope of psychology based on the content?
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Which area has become one of the most active in contemporary psychology due to advancements in technology?
Which area has become one of the most active in contemporary psychology due to advancements in technology?
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Who are some of the key theorists associated with the humanistic approach?
Who are some of the key theorists associated with the humanistic approach?
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What aspect of psychology has been emphasized through the study of human consciousness?
What aspect of psychology has been emphasized through the study of human consciousness?
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What does psychology primarily focus on according to the provided definition?
What does psychology primarily focus on according to the provided definition?
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What field emerged as a result of the collaboration between various disciplines to understand the mind?
What field emerged as a result of the collaboration between various disciplines to understand the mind?
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What is the origin of the word 'psychology'?
What is the origin of the word 'psychology'?
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How has the meaning of 'psychology' changed over time?
How has the meaning of 'psychology' changed over time?
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What is the definition of 'psyche' in the context of psychology?
What is the definition of 'psyche' in the context of psychology?
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Who is credited with the first use of the term 'psychology'?
Who is credited with the first use of the term 'psychology'?
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Which of the following words is NOT directly associated with the term 'psychology'?
Which of the following words is NOT directly associated with the term 'psychology'?
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What does the derivation of the word 'psyche' imply about its significance?
What does the derivation of the word 'psyche' imply about its significance?
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Which aspect of psychology was emphasized in the early definitions?
Which aspect of psychology was emphasized in the early definitions?
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What is the common misconception regarding the study of psychology?
What is the common misconception regarding the study of psychology?
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Why is special education necessary for extraordinary and slow-learning children?
Why is special education necessary for extraordinary and slow-learning children?
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What role do audio-visual aids play in education?
What role do audio-visual aids play in education?
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What does psychology aim to address in relation to children?
What does psychology aim to address in relation to children?
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Which of the following definitions best describes 'psyche' in psychology?
Which of the following definitions best describes 'psyche' in psychology?
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Who is often credited with the first use of the term 'psychology'?
Who is often credited with the first use of the term 'psychology'?
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What effect does a healthy relationship with companions have on children?
What effect does a healthy relationship with companions have on children?
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Which method has been influenced by psychology to assist handicapped children?
Which method has been influenced by psychology to assist handicapped children?
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What is the primary focus of audio-visual aids in teaching?
What is the primary focus of audio-visual aids in teaching?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Psychology
- Psychology is the study of behaviour and mental processes.
- It combines different approaches, including cognitive, psychodynamic, and learning theories.
Branches of Psychology
- Abnormal psychology: Studies unusual behaviours, thoughts, and emotions, often with treatments and diagnoses.
- Biological psychology: Explains behaviour in physical terms, particularly focusing on the brain, genes, and hormones.
- Cognitive psychology: Examines mental processes, such as memory, learning, problem-solving, and language.
- Developmental psychology: Explores psychological changes throughout the lifespan, from childhood to adulthood.
- Educational psychology: Centers on teaching and learning, educational settings, and effective learning techniques.
- Experimental psychology: Aims to discover basic principles of behaviour using controlled experiments.
- Forensic psychology: Applies psychology to legal contexts, including criminal investigations or jury selection.
- Health psychology: Studies the link between mind and body, focusing on health behaviours and illnesses.
- Industrial/organizational psychology: Investigates employee behaviour and organizational issues in the workplace.
- Personality psychology: Focuses on individual differences in thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and emphasizes characteristics.
- Psychodynamic psychology: Emphasizes unconscious conflicts and early childhood experiences as causes of behaviour and mental health challenges.
- Social psychology: Examines how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviours are affected by others.
- Cognitive Neuroscience: Examines the biological underpinnings of mental processes.
- Comparative Psychology: Studies animal behaviour and compares it to human behaviour to understand common themes and differences.
Important Figures in Psychology
- Wilhelm Wundt: Considered a founder of psychology, established the first psychology laboratory.
- Sigmund Freud: Developed the psychodynamic perspective that emphasizes the importance of unconscious conflicts and early childhood experiences.
- Ivan Pavlov: Conducted groundbreaking research on classical conditioning.
- John B. Watson: A founder of behaviorism, emphasizing observable responses and environmental factors.
- B.F. Skinner: Another prominent behaviourst who studied operant conditioning, and its application in various disciplines.
- Jean Piaget: Known for his work on cognitive development in children.
- Lev Vygotsky: Focused on sociocultural influences on cognitive development.
- Carl Rogers: Emphasized the importance of the self in humanistic psychology, and is associated with client-centered therapy.
- Abraham Maslow: Developed the hierarchy of needs theory, which focuses on human needs and motivations.
Schools of Thought in Psychology
- Behavioral Approach: Focuses on observable behaviours and learning experiences.
- Biological Approach: Focuses on the role of the nervous system and the brain in behaviour and mental processes.
- Cognitive Approach: Emphasizes mental processes, such as memory and problem solving, and how they influence behaviour.
- Humanistic Approach: Employs a more phenomenological lens that prioritizes individual freedom, choice, and personal growth.
- Sociocultural Approach: Considers how social and cultural contexts influence individual behaviour.
- Psychodynamic Approach: Emphasizes the importance of early childhood experiences and unconscious motives in forming behaviour and personality.
Research Methods in Psychology
- Case studies: In-depth investigations of one or a few individuals.
- Experiments: Carefully controlled study designed to determine the cause-and-effect nature of a variable.
- Surveys: Asking numerous people a set of questions to find out what they think about something.
- Naturalistic observation: Observing behaviour in its natural setting.
- Correlation studies: Examining the relationship between two or more variables.
Key Concepts in Psychology
- Learning: Knowledge or skills gained through experience.
- Memory: The ability to encode, store, and retrieve information.
- Motivation: Factors that initiate and direct behaviour.
- Emotion: Complex feelings that involve physiological arousal, expressive behaviour, and conscious experience.
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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts and branches of psychology, including abnormal, cognitive, and developmental psychology. Understand how psychology studies behavior and mental processes while delving into various approaches and their applications. Test your knowledge on the different areas of focus within this diverse field.
