Neurons and Their Function in the Nervous System
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Which aspect of psychology focuses on understanding how individuals process information, solve problems, and make decisions?

  • Cognitive psychology (correct)
  • Developmental psychology
  • Social psychology
  • Biological psychology

According to Bronfenbrenner, which system emphasizes the environmental factors that influence individual development?

  • Micro system
  • Meso system
  • Chrono system
  • Exo system (correct)

How does psychology contribute to solving problems related to education, health, and environment in daily life?

  • By conducting experiments in outer space
  • By developing good habits for studying (correct)
  • By changing weather patterns
  • By analyzing geological formations

Which branch of psychology studies the changes that occur in individuals over their lifespan?

<p>Developmental psychology (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of clinical psychology?

<p>Diagnosing and treating mental disorders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the age criteria of socialization according to the text?

<p>0-5 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a key basis of socialization?

<p>Cultural norms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In clinical psychology, what are the main branches discussed in the text?

<p>Behaviorism, Cognitivism, Psychoanalysis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the four goals of psychological enquiry mentioned in the text?

<p>Description, Explanation, Prediction, Control (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement best describes factors influencing the formation of identity during adolescence?

<p>Cultural norms and family interactions impact identity formation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can human behavior be controlled and modified as discussed in clinical psychology?

<p>By using operant conditioning principles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which professional is more likely to work with clients suffering from emotional or behavioral problems?

<p>Counselor (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates the roles of counselors and clinical psychologists in terms of professional settings?

<p>Counselors mostly work in public agencies while clinical psychologists work in private settings. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the lifespan development principle of 'development is plastic'?

<p>Development can be influenced by various factors. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way do neurons convert stimuli into electrical impulses?

<p>By conducting electricity across their membranes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which feature best characterizes lifespan development as being 'multi-directional'?

<p>Development involves both growth and decline over time. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How do counselors and clinical psychologists differ in their focus on clients?

<p>Counselors focus on emotional well-being while clinical psychologists focus on physical health. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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