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Which modern psychological perspective most closely aligns with the interest of structuralism in topics such as consciousness, mental imagery, and thought processes?
Which modern psychological perspective most closely aligns with the interest of structuralism in topics such as consciousness, mental imagery, and thought processes?
- Humanistic psychology
- Psychodynamic psychology
- Behavioral psychology
- Cognitive psychology (correct)
If an individual is characterized as a psychopath, which of the following are they most likely suffering from?
If an individual is characterized as a psychopath, which of the following are they most likely suffering from?
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder
- Generalized anxiety disorder
- Antisocial personality disorder (correct)
- Histrionic personality disorder
Which of the following is NOT a core component of ethical considerations when conducting psychological research?
Which of the following is NOT a core component of ethical considerations when conducting psychological research?
- Informed consent from participants
- Maintaining participant confidentiality
- Minimizing potential harm to participants
- Using deception in the research design when necessary (correct)
What research approach emphasizes understanding phenomena from the perspective of the individuals being studied?
What research approach emphasizes understanding phenomena from the perspective of the individuals being studied?
What is the term for a cognitive schema where a person believes that all members of a specific group share common traits?
What is the term for a cognitive schema where a person believes that all members of a specific group share common traits?
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Structuralism
Structuralism
A school of thought focused on understanding the basic elements of consciousness using introspection.
Cognitive Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
The contemporary perspective in psychology that studies mental processes like thinking, memory, and language.
Psychopathy
Psychopathy
A personality disorder characterized by antisocial behavior, lack of empathy, and manipulativeness.
Emic Perspective
Emic Perspective
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Stereotype
Stereotype
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Study Notes
- Cognitive psychology mirrors structuralism through its focus on consciousness, mental imagery, and thought processes.
- Psychopaths experience antisocial personality disorder, characterized by a lack of empathy, manipulative behavior, and a disregard for social norms.
- Ethnography emphasizes understanding phenomena from the perspective of the individuals being studied.
- A cognitive schema attributing shared traits to all members of a group is known as a stereotype.
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Description
Explore cognitive psychology's focus on mental processes. Understand psychopathy within antisocial personality disorder, marked by a lack of empathy. Delve into ethnography's approach to understanding phenomena from participants' viewpoints.
