Psychology Overview Quiz

What type of behavior do psychologists study that involves private mental processes?

Which of the following is an example of overt behavior?

How do psychologists infer 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?

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.

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.