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What is the primary goal of psychologists when they seek to understand behavior?
What is the primary goal of psychologists when they seek to understand behavior?
Which of the following best describes the 'explain' goal of psychology?
Which of the following best describes the 'explain' goal of psychology?
What does the 'predict' goal in psychology focus on?
What does the 'predict' goal in psychology focus on?
In the context of psychology, what does the term 'control behavior' imply?
In the context of psychology, what does the term 'control behavior' imply?
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What is essential for psychologists when gathering information to describe a behavior?
What is essential for psychologists when gathering information to describe a behavior?
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Study Notes
Goals of Psychology
- Psychologists aim to achieve four primary objectives when studying behaviors.
- Describe: Focuses on identifying the nature of behavior, collecting information, and presenting current knowledge surrounding the behavior.
- Explain: Involves understanding the reasons behind behaviors by formulating hypotheses to explore why certain behaviors occur.
- Predict: Uses the analysis of past behaviors to forecast future behaviors based on established psychological theories.
- Control Behavior: Examines factors that influence behavior, intending to apply knowledge to modify or influence future behaviors.
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Explore the fundamental goals of psychology in understanding human behavior. This quiz covers the description, explanation, prediction, and control of behavior, shedding light on how these elements interact to influence future actions. Test your knowledge and comprehension of these core concepts in psychology.
