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action that can be observed or measured D. behavior
school of psychology that looks at the basic elements of unconscious experience F. Psychodynamic
philosopher who stressed the importance of introspection A. Socrates
the scientific study of behavior and mental processes H. Psychology
research that is conducted for its own sake, that is, without seeking a solution to a specific problem C. basic research
The practice of psychology is closely related to the natural sciences by its concern with the biological functions of the brain. the way it conducts experiments. the way it analyzes data and draws conclusions. d. all of the above.
The psychologist who wrote the first modern book of psychology, The Principles of Psychology in 1890 is b. William James
The majority of psychologists are a. clinical psychologists.
Developmental psychologists are especially concerned with c. changes that occur throughout the life span
Social psychologists differ from personality psychologists in their focus on a. external rather than internal influences.
Counseling psychologists encourage their clients to clarify their goals. meet challenges. overcome adjustment problems. d. all of the above
Course planning and instructional methods for school districts are usually handled by d. educational psychologists
Training your dog to shake using delicious dog biscuits is related to which psychologists? b. B.F. Skinner
Emphasizes individual potential for growth and stress individual choice and free will. H. humanistic
Founder of behaviorism B. John B. Watson
gender, culture and economic status influence behavior G. sociocultural perspective
founded structuralism A. Wilhelm Wundt
dreams, perceptions, thoughts, and memories F. cognitive activities
Modern psychology was born in the b. 1800s, after the birth of modern science.
Every time a student asks their parent if they can use the car, their parents say no, therefore they stop asking. This is an example of d. behaviorism.
According to Gestalt psychologists, much learning is accomplished by c. sudden insight
In its early days, the school of psychoanalysis stressed that behavior was caused by c. unconscious motives and conflicts.
A researcher studies the effects of brain lesions in rats. This research study reflects which of the following perspectives b. biological
Lina believes that conscious experience (what people think and feel) cannot be studied scientifically. Which approach to consciousness does Lina represent? c. Structuralist
The school of behavior defined psychology as a. the scientific study of behavior and mental processes
The modern biological perspective of psychology studies b. the effects of biological factors on our behavior.
In contrast to other early psychologists, Sigmund Freud gained his understanding of human behavior b. in consultations with patients.
Stephanie just took a test that attempts to identify people who are likely to succeed in business and marketing. Stephanies’ test was most likely created by a(n) ____________psychologist. c. personality
The first modern psychologist was b. Wundt
Which of the following is associated with psychotherapy? a. clinical psychology
Which type of psychologist would be interested in why individuals join gangs? b. Social Psychologists
About what percentage of all psychologists specialized in clinical psychology? A. 39 percent
A psychologist who testifies whether a person is legally “sane” or “insane” is a c. Forensic Psychologist
What is the research that aims to solve practical problems? a. applied research
The psychologist then trains Billy how to think positively about himself and situations. What approach of psychology was the psychologist using with Billy? d. Cognitive Approach
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