30 Questions
Which university in New South Wales offers organisational psychology?
Macquarie University
What is the recommended degree for strengthening your application?
Honours degree
How many endorsement pathways are currently available in psychology?
9
What are some potential career paths for psychology graduates?
Human resources management, consulting, social work
Which pathway requires an additional year of postgraduate study at university and a full year internship?
Five plus one pathway
What are the competencies required for psychologists?
All of the above
Which postgraduate study option requires a 4400-hour placement and a four-year internship?
Professional master's in psychology
What is the purpose of the National psych exam?
To become a registered psychologist
Which of the following is NOT discussed in the lecture?
Overview of different pathways to becoming a psychologist
Which of the following is emphasized as important for those considering psychology as a career?
Exploring different career options with a foundation in psychology
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an example of pre-work activities assigned to students?
Lived experience of mental ill health
Which of the following is NOT discussed as a motivation for studying psychology?
Importance of self-care for mental well-being
Which of the following is NOT one of the Masters programmes offered by Macquarie in psychology?
Forensic psychology
What is the focus of organisational psychology?
Improving productivity and well-being in organizations
Where can organisational psychologists work?
Consulting firms and corporates
What is one unique feature of Macquarie's psychology programmes in New South Wales?
Offering of organisational psychology
Which theory proposes that aggression is instinctual and hardwired, and can be explained by factors like deterring infidelity, creating power hierarchies, and defending against attack?
Evolutionary psychology
Which theory suggests that repeated patterns of behavior become scripts that people follow when triggered?
Script Theory
Which psychological phenomenon is associated with aggression and may have evolutionary roots?
Jealousy
Which age group experiences a peak in physical aggression, which then declines with age, replaced by more subtle forms of aggression?
Toddlers
Which approach suggests that aggressive behavior is hardwired from birth and continues throughout lifespan?
Biological Approaches
Which approach suggests that punishment for aggression is the most effective way to decrease aggressive behavior?
Learning Theories
Which approach suggests that underactive autonomic nervous system is linked to aggression?
Neurological Approaches
Which approach suggests that low agreeableness and conscientiousness are personality traits linked to aggression?
Personality Approaches
Which theory integrates learning, development, cognition, and brain structures to help understand aggressive behavior?
General Aggression Model
Which theory suggests that aggression can be cold and calculated, and used to achieve goals or obtain revenge?
Social Interaction Theory
Which theory explains the relationship between frustration and aggression?
Social learning theory
What factors can contribute to aggressive behavior?
Testosterone levels and amygdala activity
Where is aggression commonly observed?
Criminal behavior and domestic violence
How can aggression be reduced?
Interventions and management techniques
Study Notes
Understanding Aggression: A Multidisciplinary Approach
- Integrative thinking is necessary to understand the whole person in psychology.
- Aggression is defined as behavior directed towards another person with the intent to cause harm.
- Aggression in animals has been studied, but there is a lack of empirical research in both humans and animals.
- Aggression is a key feature in various personality disorders and can be associated with addiction and abuse.
- Theories such as the frustration-aggression hypothesis and social learning theory explain the relationship between frustration and aggression.
- Aggression is common in children and can be influenced by parenting styles and peer rejection.
- Biological factors, such as testosterone levels and brain regions like the amygdala, play a role in regulating aggressive behavior.
- Cognitive factors, including hostile attribution bias and cognitive distortions, can contribute to aggressive behavior.
- Aggression is often seen in criminal behavior and domestic violence.
- Environmental factors, such as crowding and noise, can lead to increased aggression.
- Chronic stress, poor sleep, and substance abuse can also contribute to aggressive behavior.
- Aggression is a common problem in schools and the workplace, but can be reduced through interventions and management techniques.
Test your knowledge on the multidisciplinary approach to understanding aggression. Explore topics such as the causes and consequences of aggression, theories explaining aggressive behavior, and strategies for managing and reducing aggression in various settings.
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