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?

Continued use of Western/Eurocentric knowledge Signup and view all the answers

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

They were burdened with large volumes of students and little time for research Signup and view all the answers

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

PsySSA was instrumental in reforming psychology at professional and institutional levels Signup and view all the answers

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

Attempting to limit the reproduction of black people Signup and view all the answers

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

Limiting room for criticism Signup and view all the answers

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

Restricted access to universities for black students 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?

Heavy fines and lack of promotion Signup and view all the answers

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

First ever democratic election in South Africa Signup and view all the answers

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

A period of hope and necessary change Signup and view all the answers

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

Psychology took up a humanitarian role. Signup and view all the answers

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

A shift towards more diverse and inclusive perspectives. Signup and view all the answers

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

It thrived by aligning with the principles of apartheid. Signup and view all the answers

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

PsySSA contributed to the diversification and transformation of psychology. Signup and view all the answers

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

It focused on promoting a single narrative aligned with the regime's beliefs. Signup and view all the answers

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

A move towards promoting inclusivity and diversity. Signup and view all the answers

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