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What type of behavior do psychologists study that involves private mental processes?
What type of behavior do psychologists study that involves private mental processes?
- Voluntary behavior
- Covert behavior (correct)
- Explicit behavior
- Reflexive behavior
Which of the following is an example of overt behavior?
Which of the following is an example of overt behavior?
- Feeling anxious
- Daydreaming
- Thinking about a problem
- Smiling at someone (correct)
How do psychologists infer covert behavior?
How do psychologists infer covert behavior?
- From observable behaviors (correct)
- Using psychological tests
- By physical examinations
- Through personal interviews
Which of the following statements best describes covert behavior?
Which of the following statements best describes covert behavior?
Which of the following components is crucial for understanding both overt and covert behavior in psychology?
Which of the following components is crucial for understanding both overt and covert behavior in psychology?
Study Notes
Psychology
- Psychologists study observable behavior and private mental processes.
- Private mental processes are called covert behavior and are inferred from observable or overt behavior
Sports Psychology
- Sports psychologists study how psychological factors influence performance in sports, physical activity, and exercise.
Clinical and Counseling Psychology
- Most psychologists are involved in the areas of clinical and counseling psychology.
Behaviorism
- Behaviorists advocate the use of strict experimental procedures in psychology.
- Behaviorism is supported by B.F. Skinner, Ivan Pavlov, and John B. Watson.
- John B. Watson believed that anyone could be trained to become any type of specialist regardless of their talents, penchants, tendencies, abilities, vocations, and race of their ancestors.
Humanistic Psychology
- Humanistic Psychology is influenced by Carl Rogers.
Positive Psychology
- Founded by Martin Seligman
- Arose from the observation that psychologists generally focus on the negative side of human behavior, neglecting the more positive aspects of human experience.
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This quiz covers various branches of psychology including clinical, sports, humanistic, and behaviorism. It also highlights key figures such as B.F. Skinner and Martin Seligman, detailing their contributions to the field. Test your understanding of psychological concepts and theories.
