Psychology 2e Overview
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What kind of license is the textbook content produced by OpenStax under?

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    • Which of the following statements is true regarding redistributing the textbook in a digital format?

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    • What is necessary when redistributing part of the textbook?

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  • Complete rewriting of the content

    • Which of the following ISBNs corresponds to the hardcover version of the textbook?

    <p>978-1-975076-45-0</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the original publication year of the textbook?

    <p>2020</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where can users find more information about OpenStax?

    <p><a href="https://openstax.org">https://openstax.org</a></p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT subject to the Creative Commons license provided by OpenStax?

    <p>Textbook content</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be done when using the textbook as a bibliographic reference?

    <p>Provide a URL citation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of Psychology 2e?

    <p>To meet scope and sequence requirements for a single-semester introduction to psychology course</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect does Psychology 2e include when discussing psychological disorders?

    <p>Examinations of the DSM-5</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does OpenStax ensure the quality of its textbooks like Psychology 2e?

    <p>Through a rigorous review process and errata management</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature is emphasized in Psychology 2e to engage learners?

    <p>Diverse cultural and community coverage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one way that OpenStax adapts its textbooks based on user feedback?

    <p>By conducting specific surveys and customization analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes Psychology 2e from its first edition?

    <p>Targeted changes at the section level while maintaining overall organization</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often does OpenStax update its textbooks?

    <p>Periodic updates when deemed pedagogically necessary</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary format available for accessing Psychology 2e?

    <p>Free web view and PDF, with print available at a low cost</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a hypothesis in the context of the scientific method?

    <p>A tentative explanation for a phenomenon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of psychological science's empirical approach?

    <p>To base conclusions on measurable observations and experiments.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the relationship between psychology and biology?

    <p>Some areas of psychology incorporate biological aspects.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the hypothesis that a bird sings because it is happy not scientifically testable?

    <p>Happiness cannot be observed directly or measured.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it significant that psychology became accepted as its own academic discipline in the late 1800s?

    <p>It allowed for the scientific study of the mind and behavior.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In psychological research, what typically differentiates empirical methods from other knowledge acquisition methods?

    <p>Empirical methods rely on observation and experimentation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one limitation of scientific understanding of the mind mentioned in the content?

    <p>Thoughts cannot be viewed through biological processes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates many students to study psychology?

    <p>They want to learn and help others as well as understand themselves.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What motivates some students to initially take psychology courses?

    <p>To satisfy a general education requirement or program requirement.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which skill is essential that psychology students develop through their education?

    <p>Critical thinking.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of all bachelor degrees in the United States are granted in psychology?

    <p>6%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do psychology students recognize as shaping behavior?

    <p>Interaction of biology, environment, and experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following famous individuals was NOT mentioned as a psychology major?

    <p>Steven Spielberg.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What aspect of critical thinking is emphasized for psychology students?

    <p>Maintaining an attitude of skepticism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In addition to critical thinking, what communication-related skill do psychology students develop?

    <p>Interpersonal communication skills.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does scientific literacy enable psychology students to do?

    <p>Evaluate various sources of information critically.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of biopsychology?

    <p>The relationship between the nervous system and behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which professionals are commonly involved in biological psychology research?

    <p>Individuals from various backgrounds including biologists, medical professionals, physiologists, and chemists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes evolutionary psychology from biopsychology?

    <p>Biopsychology explores immediate physiological causes while evolutionary psychology studies ultimate biological causes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which concept did Charles Darwin contribute to the study of behavior?

    <p>The adaptability of behavior through natural selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area of research might biological psychologists NOT typically engage in?

    <p>The influences of economic status on behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a research interest of biological psychologists?

    <p>Cognitive behavioral therapy techniques</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do evolutionary psychologists view the adaptation of behavior?

    <p>As an outcome of genetic impact and environmental interactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What interdisciplinary approach combines the study of biological processes with psychology?

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

    Study Notes

    OpenStax Overview

    • OpenStax is an initiative from Rice University providing peer-reviewed, openly licensed textbooks.
    • Psychology 2e textbook is part of this initiative, designed for introductory psychology courses.

    Psychology 2e Features

    • Covers core psychology concepts, blending classic studies with current research.
    • Includes DSM-5 discussions related to psychological disorders.
    • Reflects the diversity of cultures and communities globally.
    • Revisions based on extensive feedback from faculty and students to enhance content.

    Scientific Method in Psychology

    • Researchers formulate hypotheses as tentative explanations for observed phenomena.
    • Hypotheses must be testable and based on measurable concepts.
    • Distinction between behavioral and biological influences in psychology—integrates both social science and natural science aspects.

    Importance of Studying Psychology

    • Psychology is one of the most popular college majors in the U.S. and accounts for about 6% of all bachelor's degrees.
    • Students often enroll in psychology courses to understand themselves and help others.
    • Famous psychology majors include Mark Zuckerberg, Natalie Portman, and Jon Stewart.

    Skills Developed in Psychology Education

    • Critical thinking skills and scientific literacy are key outcomes for psychology students.
    • Students learn to evaluate information reliability and discern biases effectively.
    • Emphasis on the interaction of biological, environmental, and experiential factors in shaping behavior.

    Biopsychology and Evolutionary Psychology

    • Biopsychology focuses on the relationship between biological mechanisms and behavior, often involving interdisciplinary research across biology and psychology.
    • Topics include sensory systems, sleep, drug use, and neurodevelopment.
    • Evolutionary psychology examines how genetics and environmental adaptations influence behavior, rooted in Darwin's theories of natural selection.
    • Emphasizes the importance of adaptive behaviors for survival and reproduction.

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