Methods of Psychology

Focuses on unconscious motivations and desires influencing behavior.

Founder of the psychoanalytic approach.

Part of the mind that operates outside of awareness.

Emphasizes conscious experiences, personal growth, and free will.

Founder of the humanistic approach.

The process of reaching one's full potential.

Mental events that we are aware of at any given moment.

Studies the influence of genes on behaviour.

A research method where researchers observe and record behavior in a natural setting without manipulating any variables.

Specific behaviors or characteristics that researchers look for when observing.

A method of counting occurrences of a behavior using marks.

A controlled research method that tests the effects of one variable on another.

The variable that is manipulated or changed by the experimenter.

The variable that is measured to see the effect of the independent variable.

The group that receives the independent variable.

The group that does not receive the independent variable.

The acceptance and love one receives is dependent on meeting certain conditions.

A person's internal sense of self, including their beliefs, values, and goals.

This approach focuses on observable behavior and its relationship with environmental stimuli.

The link between a trigger (stimulus) and a reaction (response).

This approach focuses on how people process information - perception, thinking, problem solving, etc.

Complex thinking skills that involve processing information, like remembering, reasoning, and decision making.

Using computer simulations to try to understand how the mind works.

Understanding human behavior from different perspectives, like the psychoanalytic, behaviorist, and cognitive perspectives.

Assigning participants to groups with equal chance of being in experimental or control condition.

An experiment conducted in a natural setting, like a school or workplace.

Experiment using pre-existing groups in a natural setting, independent variable is manipulated.

In-depth analysis of a single individual's life experiences, relationships, and behaviors.

Focuses on an individual's experiences across different life contexts, understanding their interactions and patterns.

Information gathered from various sources like family history, education, medical records, and social interactions.

Techniques used to collect data for a case study, including interviews, observations, and psychological tests.

Detailed examination of collected data to develop a comprehensive profile of the individual.

The trustworthiness and accuracy of information obtained through a case study, ensuring that the data accurately reflects the individual's reality.

A research method that gathers information about a large group of people through questionnaires, interviews, or phone calls.

A survey designed to determine the public's views on a particular issue or candidate, often used during elections.

A tool used in psychology to study patterns of opinions, attitudes, beliefs, and values among groups of people.

Using surveys to test predictions about the relationship between variables, especially when specific events occur.

Different ways of gathering information in surveys, such as questionnaires, interviews, emails, or phone calls.

Interpreting collected data to understand trends, patterns, and relationships within the information.

Questions designed to gather information about a specific topic, written in simple and explicit language for easy understanding. They cover various aspects of the concept being measured.

A pre-defined set of questions with suggested response options, providing a standardized approach to collecting information.

A flexible interview with open-ended questions, allowing for greater freedom in responses and conversation flow.

The purpose of conducting an interview, often focused on understanding personal characteristics like attitudes, values, or preferences.

Abilities necessary to conduct an effective interview, including establishing rapport, reducing anxiety, and guiding the conversation.

The answers given by the person being interviewed, providing insights into their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

There are two main types: structured and unstructured. Structured interviews use predefined questions and answer choices, while unstructured interviews allow for flexible conversation.

To gain insights into an individual's thoughts, feelings, and experiences by engaging in a conversation with them.