Introduction to Psychology
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What is the focus of social psychology?

  • Study of basic biological processes
  • Study of personality theories
  • Study of cognition, affect, & behaviour as a function of the social context (correct)
  • Study of reliable differences between people
  • Who conducted the first social psychological experiment involving cyclists?

  • Costa & McCrae
  • Triplett (correct)
  • Eysenck
  • Cyclists did not participate in social psychological experiments
  • Which model includes Extraversion, Neuroticism, and Psychoticism as personality factors?

  • Costa & McCrae's model
  • The 'Big 5' Model
  • Trait theory
  • Eysenck’s Three-Factor Model (correct)
  • What is the focus of biological psychology?

    <p>Basic biological processes that explain cognition, affect &amp; behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two dominant models in the study of personality?

    <p>Eysenck’s Three-Factor Model and The 'Big 5' Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which biological processes are studied in biological psychology?

    <p>Genes, genetic expressions, Neurons, brain activities (e.g., EEG), Stress (e.g., cortisol levels)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of psychology focuses on the study of human development across the lifespan?

    <p>Developmental Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is known for the substantial contribution to developmental psychology and the model of child cognitive development?

    <p>Jean Piaget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of psychology focuses on the study of perception, attention, learning, memory, and problem-solving?

    <p>Cognitive Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vocational/applied area of psychology deals with providing psychological support to athletes and sports teams?

    <p>Sport Psychologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which core area of psychology focuses on the study of how biological processes influence behavior and mental processes?

    <p>Biological Basis of Behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of psychology focuses on the study of how biological processes influence behavior and mental processes?

    <p>Biological Basis of Behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is known for a substantial contribution to developmental psychology and the model of child cognitive development?

    <p>Jean Piaget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vocational/applied area of psychology deals with providing psychological support to athletes and sports teams?

    <p>Sport Psychologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of social psychology?

    <p>Individual and group behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which core area of psychology studies perception, attention, learning, memory, and problem-solving?

    <p>Cognitive Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of social psychology?

    <p>Study of cognition, affect, &amp; behaviour as a function of the social context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the result of Triplett's (1897) first social psychological experiment involving cyclists?

    <p>Faster with others</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of individual differences study in psychology?

    <p>Study of reliable differences between people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which model includes Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness and Neuroticism as personality factors?

    <p>&quot;Big 5&quot; Model (Costa &amp; McCrae, 1985)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is studied in biological psychology?

    <p>Basic biological processes that explain cognition, affect &amp; behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    "The power of the situation" is a concept related to which area of psychology?

    <p>&quot;Social Psychology&quot;</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which psychologist made a substantial contribution to developmental psychology and proposed a model of child cognitive development?

    <p>Jean Piaget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which core area of psychology focuses on the study of perception, attention, learning, memory, and problem-solving?

    <p>Cognitive Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vocational/applied area of psychology deals with providing psychological support to athletes and sports teams?

    <p>Sport Psychologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of individual differences study in psychology?

    <p>Variability in behavior and mental processes among individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which core area of psychology encompasses the study of how biological processes influence behavior and mental processes?

    <p>Biological Basis of Behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of social psychology?

    <p>Study of cognition, affect, &amp; behaviour as a function of the social context</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which model includes Extraversion, Neuroticism, and Psychoticism as personality factors?

    <p>Eysenck’s Three-Factor Model</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is studied in biological psychology?

    <p>Basic biological processes that explain cognition, affect &amp; behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The power of the situation' is a concept related to which area of psychology?

    <p>Social Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who conducted the first social psychological experiment involving cyclists?

    <p>Triplett (1897)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The Big 5' Model in personality psychology includes which factors?

    <p>Extraversion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which area of psychology focuses on the study of human development across the lifespan?

    <p>Developmental Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is known for a substantial contribution to developmental psychology and proposed a model of child cognitive development?

    <p>Jean Piaget</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which vocational/applied area of psychology deals with providing psychological support to athletes and sports teams?

    <p>Sport Psychologist</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of social psychology?

    <p>Studying group behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which core area of psychology encompasses the study of how biological processes influence behavior and mental processes?

    <p>Biological Basis of Behaviour</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Triplett's (1897) social psychological experiment involving cyclists demonstrate?

    <p>Cyclists were faster when racing with others than when alone</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two dominant models in the study of personality?

    <p>Eysenck’s Three-Factor Model and the 'Big 5' Model (Costa &amp; McCrae, 1985)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the focus of biological psychology?

    <p>Studying basic biological processes that explain cognition, affect &amp; behavior as a response to psychological processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The power of the situation' is a concept related to which area of psychology?

    <p>Social Psychology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    'The Big 5' Model in personality psychology includes which factors?

    <p>Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness and Neuroticism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is studied in individual differences in psychology?

    <p>Reliable differences between people and theories of personality</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Social Psychology

    • Focuses on how people's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by the presence of others.
    • "The power of the situation" concept emphasizes the importance of social contexts on behavior.
    • The first social psychological experiment was conducted by Norman Triplett in 1897, studying the effects of social facilitation on cyclists.

    Personality Models

    • The Eysenck model includes Extraversion, Neuroticism, and Psychoticism as key personality factors.
    • The Big Five model includes Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism.
    • Two dominant models in personality study are the Eysenck model and the Big Five model.

    Biological Psychology

    • Focuses on how biological processes such as genetics, brain structure, and biochemical interactions influence behavior and mental processes.
    • Studies include neural mechanisms, hormones, neurotransmitters, and the impacts of injury or illness on psychology.

    Developmental Psychology

    • Studies human development across the lifespan, focusing on physical, cognitive, and social changes.
    • Jean Piaget is notable for his contributions to developmental psychology with his model of child cognitive development.

    Cognitive Psychology

    • Focuses on perception, attention, learning, memory, and problem-solving.
    • Investigates cognitive processes and how they impact behavior.

    Applied Psychology Areas

    • Sports psychology provides psychological support to athletes and sports teams, helping with performance and mental well-being.

    Individual Differences

    • Studies variations in psychological traits and how they influence behavior and personality.
    • Explores aspects of personality, including how traits differ among individuals and the effects of these differences on life experiences.

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    Test your knowledge of the core areas and vocational/applied areas of psychology, including developmental psychology, social psychology, cognitive psychology, and various vocational fields. Explore the scientific study of individual and group behaviors, processes, and the biological basis of behavior.

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