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What is the long research paper called that Marta must write for her graduate degree in psychology?
Cognitive psychology focuses on studying ________.
thoughts and their relationship to our experiences and our actions
Which of the following psychologists was a behaviorist?
Which of the following 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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Guillermo is engaged in ________ when he examines his own conscious experience as carefully as possible.
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What is a PsyD?
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According to William James, the purpose of psychology was to ________.
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Psychologists scientifically study ________.
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Which kind of psychologist would be consulted in jury selection and witness preparation?
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What area of psychology should Ashya work in if she wants to focus on the diagnosis and treatment of psychological disorders?
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Behaviorism focuses on making psychology an objective science by ________.
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In Maslow's hierarchy of needs, the ________ include food, water, and shelter.
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Select the correctly ordered list of psychological theorists, with the earliest theorist listed first.
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Introspection refers to a process by which someone examines ________ as objectively as possible.
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Behaviorists all focus on ________.
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Critical thinking is ________.
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Behaviorists study ________.
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Lucy should specialize in ________ psychology if she wants to study changes in cognitive skills, moral reasoning, and social behavior across the lifespan.
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I am applying the principles of ________ in an attempt to modify Ralph's behavior by providing positive reinforcement and punishment.
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What is Abraham Maslow best known for?
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Study Notes
Dissertation
- A long research paper required for graduate psychology programs, based on extensive data collection.
Cognitive Psychology
- Focuses on the relationship between thoughts, experiences, and actions, rather than on genetics or sociocultural factors.
John Watson
- Notable figure in psychology known for his behaviorist approach, opposing Freud and Wundt's theories.
Scientific Theory
- A well-supported explanation for aspects of the natural world, consistently backed by evidence over time.
Introspection
- A method linked to structuralism where individuals examine their conscious experiences.
PsyD
- Stands for Doctor of Psychology, a professional degree focused on psychological practice.
William James
- Emphasized studying the function of behavior and its purpose in psychology.
Psychology as a Discipline
- Defined as a social science focused on systematically studying both the mind and behavior.
Forensic Psychology
- This branch involves applying psychology to legal situations, such as jury selection and witness preparation.
Clinical Psychology
- Focus area dedicated to diagnosing and treating psychological disorders and behavioral issues.
Behaviorism
- Prioritizes observable behavior over internal mental processes, promoting psychology as an objective science.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
- Begins with basic survival needs like food, water, and shelter as foundational requirements.
Historical Theorists
- Correct chronological order: Wilhelm Wundt, Sigmund Freud, Noam Chomsky, indicating the evolution of psychological thought.
Introspection Process
- Encourages self-examination of personal conscious experiences for deeper understanding.
Physiological Responses in Behaviorism
- Behaviorists concentrate on observable actions as responses to stimuli rather than internal thought processes.
Critical Thinking
- Defined as a skill set used to comprehend and evaluate information, significant in developing informed opinions.
Learned Behavior
- Behaviorists focus on behaviors acquired through interaction with the environment rather than unconscious processes.
Developmental Psychology
- Field of study concerning cognitive, moral, and social changes throughout a person's lifespan.
Operant Conditioning
- Method of behavior modification involving reinforcement (reward) and punishment to influence actions.
Abraham Maslow
- Best known for creating a hierarchy of human needs that influences motivation and behavior.
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Test your knowledge on key concepts from Chapter One of Psychology. This quiz covers essential terms and definitions that form the foundation of cognitive psychology, including dissertation and the relationship between thoughts and actions.
