56 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a setting where psychologists work?
Restaurants
What is the main focus of the psychodynamic approach in psychology?
Unconscious thoughts
Who is credited with transforming psychology from philosophy to science?
Wilhelm Wundt
Which approach in psychology emphasizes learned behavior through rewards and punishment?
Behavioral approach
What is the main goal of the structuralism approach in psychology?
Study conscious experience and its structure
Which field is psychology rooted in?
Philosophy
What method do psychologists use to seek answers and draw conclusions?
Experimentation
Which approach in psychology focuses on patterns of physiological reactions?
Biology of Emotion
What is the main focus of positive psychology?
Helping people become happier and more effective
What are psychologists interested in when studying behavior?
Causes of behavior
Which organization accredits undergraduate psychology programs in Australia?
Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)
What is the next step after completing an undergraduate degree in psychology?
Complete a Master's degree in psychology
What is the purpose of the Honours program in psychology?
To provide advanced training in research methods
How long does it typically take to complete a Master's degree in psychology?
2 years
Which type of postgraduate degree in psychology is more research-focused?
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
What is the minimum number of supervised practice hours required for registration as a psychologist?
1,500 to 3,000 hours
What is the final step after completing the required supervised practice hours?
Apply for general registration as a psychologist
What is the purpose of endorsement in a specialization?
To specialize in a specific area of psychology
What is the requirement for ongoing professional development as a registered psychologist?
Participating in workshops, conferences, and relevant activities
What is the purpose of the Graduate Attributes?
To develop qualities, skills, and understandings during study
Which approach in psychology focuses on the study of hormones and genes?
Biological Approach
What has modern psychology shifted its focus from?
Behaviourism
What perspective in psychology is concerned with how we adapt to our environment to survive and reproduce?
Evolutionary Approach
What has helped us better understand the role of genes and hormones in our behavior?
Advances in science
What is the main focus of the psychodynamic approach in psychology?
Unconscious desires and thoughts
Which field of psychology studies changes that occur as we evolve to cope with living in the modern day?
Evolutionary Approach
Which field of psychology focuses on the unconscious mind and the influence of early childhood experiences on behavior and mental processes?
Psychoanalysis
What is the main goal of the behaviorism approach in psychology?
To study observable behavior and external factors that influence behavior
What is the main focus of the functionalism approach in psychology?
To emphasize the adaptive functions of behavior
What is the main goal of the structuralism approach in psychology?
To understand the structure of the mind through introspection
What method is commonly used in the psychoanalysis approach to psychology?
Free association
What is the main focus of the psychodynamic approach in psychology?
To uncover and resolve unconscious conflicts
Which theory examines how individuals develop and interact within various environmental systems?
Ecological Theory
Which approach focuses on the influence of evolutionary processes on human behavior and cognition?
Evolutionary Psychology
Which approach examines positive aspects of human experience, such as happiness and well-being?
Positive Psychology
Which approach emphasizes learned behavior through rewards and punishment?
Structuralism
Which approach focuses on understanding parent-child relationships, emotional regulation, and social interactions throughout the lifespan?
Ecological Theory
Which approach examines human nature, mating strategies, and adaptation to different environments?
Evolutionary Psychology
Which approach in psychology focuses on understanding how individuals perceive and experience the world as integrated wholes?
Gestalt Psychology
Which approach in psychology focuses on explaining and predicting behavior based on observable stimuli and responses?
Behavioral Psychology
Which approach in psychology emphasizes the potential for personal growth, self-actualization, and the importance of subjective experiences and free will?
Humanistic Psychology
Which approach in psychology focuses on examining mental processes such as perception, memory, attention, and problem-solving?
Cognitive Psychology
Which approach in psychology focuses on the influence of social and cultural factors on individual behavior and mental processes?
Socio-Cultural Psychology
Which approach in psychology focuses on uncovering and resolving unconscious conflicts, understanding human behavior, and alleviating psychological distress?
Psychodynamic Psychology
What is the main focus of the cognitive approach in psychology?
Investigating cognitive processes and perception of events.
Which approach in psychology focuses on the study of physiological effects such as hormones, genes, and the nervous system?
Biological Approach
What was the shift in psychology that led to the development of scientific psychology?
Shift from philosophical questions to experiments
What does empiricism suggest in the context of psychology?
Knowledge can only be gained through experience and evidence.
What is the role of the scientific method in the study of psychology?
To gather evidence through systematic planning of research.
What does psychology study in terms of cognitive processes and behavior?
How cognitive processes and behavior interact with each other and with our environment.
Which approach in psychology focuses on cognitive processes and our perception of events?
Cognitive Approach
What is the main focus of the biological approach in psychology?
Study of physiological effects
What was the shift in psychology that led to the development of scientific psychology?
Shift from Philosophy to Empiricism
What does empiricism suggest in the context of psychology?
Knowledge can only be gained through experience and evidence
What is the role of the scientific method in the study of psychology?
All of the above
What is the main focus of psychology as a scientific method?
Systematic gathering of evidence
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