Psychology and Race Reform Quiz
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What was one of the main features highlighted in the text regarding psychology post-apartheid?

  • Psychology side-stepping the subject of race and racism (correct)
  • Psychology exclusively using Western/Eurocentric knowledge
  • Psychology integrating diverse cultural perspectives into its curriculum
  • Psychology promoting apartheid ideologies

What organization was established to reform psychology in South Africa post-apartheid?

  • Apartheid Psychology Association
  • PsySSA (the Psychological Society of South Africa) (correct)
  • Racialized Psychology Society
  • Western Psychology Institution

How did apartheid impact the publication rates of black academics in psychology?

  • Black academics were given priority for publishing
  • Black academics had low rates of publishing due to marginalization (correct)
  • Research and publication were not important for black academics
  • Minority black academics published more than white academics

What is one barrier mentioned in the text that hinders the removal of racist ideologies in psychology?

<p>Continued use of Western/Eurocentric knowledge (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What effect did apartheid have on black academics in terms of research and publication?

<p>They were burdened with large volumes of students and little time for research (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did PsySSA play in the transformation of psychology post-1994?

<p>PsySSA was instrumental in reforming psychology at professional and institutional levels (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a key aspect of the eugenics movement supported by psychology during apartheid?

<p>Attempting to limit the reproduction of black people (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way was the psychology curriculum complicit in reproducing racism during apartheid?

<p>Limiting room for criticism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What impact did the 'Extension of the University Education Act No. 45 of 1959' have on university access?

<p>Restricted access to universities for black students (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was a consequence of going against the regulations set by the Psychological Institute of the Republic of South Africa during apartheid?

<p>Heavy fines and lack of promotion (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant event marked the context of South African psychology post-1994?

<p>First ever democratic election in South Africa (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterized the period post-1994 in South African psychology?

<p>A period of hope and necessary change (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

During the apartheid era in South Africa, why did psychology thrive?

<p>Psychology took up a humanitarian role. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What notable shift occurred in South African Psychology post-1994?

<p>A shift towards more diverse and inclusive perspectives. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How did the apartheid era impact the curriculum of psychology in South Africa?

<p>It thrived by aligning with the principles of apartheid. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role did PsySSA play in South African Psychology post-1994?

<p>PsySSA contributed to the diversification and transformation of psychology. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what way did the apartheid era influence the content of psychology education?

<p>It focused on promoting a single narrative aligned with the regime's beliefs. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Following the political changes post-1994, what direction did psychology take in South Africa?

<p>A move towards promoting inclusivity and diversity. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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