ap psych unit 1 review
an evolutionary psychologist would explain that humans desire social interaction, social acceptance, and social affiliation due to a need for
survival
which of the following accurately describes a major change in perspective in the field of developmental psychology over the past twenty-five years?
a shift from an emphasis on childhood and adolescence to an interest in development over the life span
this approach studies behavior that is determined by experiences from your past that are lodged in your unconscious mind
psychoanalysis/psycho-dynamic approach
ivan pavlov
unconditioned and conditioned responses
qhich of the following statements is true of behaviorism?
Ii holds that development is largely a product of learning.
jean piaget
children build their understanding through interaction
wilhelm wundt
created the first school of psychology
abraham maslow
hierarchy of needs
martha is an undergraduate student who is interested in pursuing a career in psychology. She wants to use her knowledge of psychology to help employees become more productive in the workplace. Which field of psychology should Martha select in graduate school?
cognitive
this approach assumes that our thought processes, interpretations and perceptions affect the way in which we behave
cognitive approach
introspection as practiced by early structuralists is best illustrated by which of the following behaviors?
describing one's immediate sensations while looking at a rose
which of the following approaches to psychology focuses on adaptive, creative, and fulfilling aspects of human experiences?
functions
b.f. skinner
positive & negative reinforcement