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Susan should conduct research in the area of ________.
Susan should conduct research in the area of ________.
social psychology
Functionalist psychologists focus on the function of behavior and ________.
Functionalist psychologists focus on the function of behavior and ________.
the operation of the whole mind rather than the individual parts
Which area of psychology should Naghemeh work in?
Which area of psychology should Naghemeh work in?
counseling psychology
Edmund wants to conduct research in the area of ________.
Edmund wants to conduct research in the area of ________.
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Which theorist published research related to the psychology of personality?
Which theorist published research related to the psychology of personality?
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Behaviorism focuses on making psychology an objective science by studying ________.
Behaviorism focuses on making psychology an objective science by studying ________.
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When studying personality traits, someone who is helpful, trusting, and empathetic will score high on the ________ trait.
When studying personality traits, someone who is helpful, trusting, and empathetic will score high on the ________ trait.
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What refers to a broad explanation or group of explanations for some aspect of the natural world that is consistently supported by evidence over time?
What refers to a broad explanation or group of explanations for some aspect of the natural world that is consistently supported by evidence over time?
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What is Abraham Maslow best known for?
What is Abraham Maslow best known for?
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A psychologist studying the phenomenon that a series of dots arranged in the shape of a face will be perceived as a face is applying the principles of ________.
A psychologist studying the phenomenon that a series of dots arranged in the shape of a face will be perceived as a face is applying the principles of ________.
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Which of the following is a criticism of structuralism?
Which of the following is a criticism of structuralism?
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The empirical method of study is based on ________.
The empirical method of study is based on ________.
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When studying personality traits, someone who is practical, conventional, and prefers routine will score low on the ________ trait.
When studying personality traits, someone who is practical, conventional, and prefers routine will score low on the ________ trait.
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Which kind of psychological area does the work of Jean Piaget exemplify?
Which kind of psychological area does the work of Jean Piaget exemplify?
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When studying personality traits, someone who is hardworking, dependable, and organized will score high on the ________ trait.
When studying personality traits, someone who is hardworking, dependable, and organized will score high on the ________ trait.
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Why is psychology considered a social science?
Why is psychology considered a social science?
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Behaviorists study ________.
Behaviorists study ________.
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When studying personality traits, someone who is quiet, reserved, and withdrawn will score low on the ________ trait.
When studying personality traits, someone who is quiet, reserved, and withdrawn will score low on the ________ trait.
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Guillermo is engaged in ________.
Guillermo is engaged in ________.
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Which of the following best describes Noam Chomsky?
Which of the following best describes Noam Chomsky?
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Which of the following is not involved in critical thinking?
Which of the following is not involved in critical thinking?
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What do structuralism, Gestalt psychology, and Sigmund Freud all have in common?
What do structuralism, Gestalt psychology, and Sigmund Freud all have in common?
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What area of psychology should Ashya work in?
What area of psychology should Ashya work in?
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For a scientific explanation to be testable, it must also be ________.
For a scientific explanation to be testable, it must also be ________.
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According to William James, the purpose of psychology was to ________.
According to William James, the purpose of psychology was to ________.
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Psychoanalytic theory focuses on ________.
Psychoanalytic theory focuses on ________.
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________ is a perspective within psychology that emphasizes the potential for good that is innate to all humans.
________ is a perspective within psychology that emphasizes the potential for good that is innate to all humans.
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Cognitive psychology focuses on studying ________.
Cognitive psychology focuses on studying ________.
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Study Notes
Social Psychology
- Studies prejudice, attraction, behavior explanations, and interpersonal conflict resolution.
- Focuses on understanding how individuals interact within society.
Functionalism
- Emphasizes the function of behavior rather than the individual parts of the mind.
- Considers the overall operation of the mind.
Counseling Psychology
- Concentrates on emotional, social, vocational, and health-related outcomes for psychologically healthy individuals.
Personality Psychology
- Investigates consistent patterns of thought and behavior.
- Measures traits to predict behavior in various contexts.
Sigmund Freud
- Known for research on personality psychology and the development of psychoanalytic theory.
Behaviorism
- Advocates making psychology an objective science.
- Focuses on studying overt behavior while deemphasizing unobservable mental processes.
Personality Traits
- Agreeableness: High scores indicate helpfulness, trust, and empathy.
- Openness: Low scores suggest practicality and a preference for routine.
- Conscientiousness: High scores reflect dependability and organization.
- Extroversion: Low scores denote being quiet and reserved.
Scientific Concepts
- A scientific theory is a broad explanation consistently supported by evidence over time.
- The empirical method relies on direct observation.
Abraham Maslow
- Known for proposing a hierarchy of human needs that motivate behavior.
Gestalt Psychology
- Explains how we perceive patterns, like seeing a face in a dot arrangement.
Critiques in Psychology
- Structuralism criticized for being highly subjective and reliant on individual perspective.
Developmental Psychology
- Field exemplified by the work of Jean Piaget, focusing on cognitive development across the lifespan.
Social Science Perspective
- Psychology is classified as a social science due to the influence of social interactions on behavior.
Learned Behavior
- Behaviorists focus on understanding behavior that is acquired through learning.
Introspection
- Act of examining one's conscious experience, often used in early psychological approaches like structuralism.
Noam Chomsky
- Influential American linguist whose work significantly impacted the cognitive revolution in psychology.
Critical Thinking
- Involves questioning and reasoning; does not include the belief that one's opinion is always correct.
Inner Experience
- Structuralism, Gestalt psychology, and Freud all aim to describe and understand internal thought processes.
Clinical Psychology
- Focused on diagnosing and treating psychological disorders and maladaptive behavior patterns.
Testability in Science
- A scientific explanation must be perceivable and measurable to be considered valid.
William James
- Proposed that the purpose of psychology is to study the function and purpose of behavior.
Psychoanalytic Theory
- Concentrates on the unconscious mind and the significance of early childhood experiences.
Humanism
- A psychological perspective emphasizing the inherent potential for goodness in all individuals.
Cognitive Psychology
- Studies the connections between thoughts, experiences, and actions, focusing on cognitive processes.
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Test your knowledge of key concepts in social psychology with these flashcards. Covering topics such as prejudice, attraction, and behavior explanation, this quiz will help reinforce your understanding of the first chapter in Psych 102. Perfect for quick reviews or study sessions.
