Psy301-CSULB

Experimental psychologists' research skills are general enough to be applied to a variety of topics.

true

If you absolutely hate to write or are unwilling to acquire writing skills, you should seriously question whether to pursue a career in psychology.

true

When considering future career opportunities, the U.S. Department of Labor (2008) has projected that, between 2012 and 2022, the psychology subfield that will grow the most (in terms of percentage) is:

I/O

Use a ________ resume, if your work and practical experiences are limited.

functional

Practice-oriented (e.g., clinical) PhD programs have a ____ number of applications and ____ acceptance rates.

large; lower

An excellent resource for students investigating different graduate school programs is Graduate Study in Psychology, published annually by the APA.

true

Most master's candidates in psychology are required to have foundation courses in research methods, design, and statistics, and to apply that knowledge in actual research

true

Most states now require that I/O psychologists who intend to refer to themselves as psychologists and engage in psychological testing when working with clients must have a doctoral degree and be licensed.

true

Occupational Information Network (2012) reports that a person trained with a neuropsychology specialty that includes board certification is very likely to command a significantly higher median wage than for all other practicing psychologists (clinical, school, and counseling) combined.

true

One of the benefits of belonging to a professional association is the opportunity to network with students and professors at other universities.

true

Quality of your graduate application materials counts. Fill out a practice application form and never hand-write your application.

true

The PSY 301 NO LATE WORK policy applies to the Graduate School project and the Job with a BA project.

true

The main reason students are asked to leave their backpacks and briefcases securely locked up in the PRO lockers is to prevent them being used to inadvertently (or intentionally) carry off PRO's resource materials.

true

The major project will require you to use some resources beyond our text book, like those found in PRO (Psychology Resource Office), so you must budget your time wisely and start the project WELL before the due date.

true

Your reading recommends that you let people know you are listing them as references as you search for jobs.

true

Your resume should be individually tailored to the position you are applying for (not generic).

true

The questions on the final exam are taken from the quizzes. To do well on the final exam you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

try to read all of the course materials when you are studying for the final

Financial assistance takes many forms in graduate programs. The typical forms of financial assistance include all of the following EXCEPT:

tuition reduction based on income

There are several categories of career development theories. Theories that suggest individuals adopt a few overall dispositions that attract them to occupations that allow them to derive job satisfaction by expressing their skills are called ____ theories.

type

All of the following are good tips for resume preparation EXCEPT:

use a distinctive font

To find out if you can raise your GPA before you graduate, you can:

use the GPA calculators mentioned at the websites in the Graduate School Project

Health psychology can be divided into three broad areas of study which include all of the following EXCEPT:

wellness and illness

PRO Guides are able to recommend all of the following EXCEPT:

what instructors to take

According to the Psychology Major Handbook, the prerequisites for PSY 337 (Psychology of Happiness) are:

PSY 100, 220, and 241

Which sections of the Job with a BA Project are submitted to BeachBoard Dropbox?

all sections - excluding appendices

When performing literature searches, results of searches are best examined:

in chronological order, with most recent first

A student named Sarah Alexander who has a question for the instructors should use which of the subject headers on her email?

Alexander, Sarah - question

all three from psychology professors, at least two with whom you've done research

All But Dissertation

One of the following statements about the services that PRO Guides provide to PSY 301 students is not true. Identify the false statement.

Any PRO Guide will be able to help you with all of the assignments, because all PRO Guides have completed PSY 301 and the course does not change from semester to semester.

If you are confused about an assignment, you could do any of the following EXCEPT:

Ask any PRO Guide or the receptionist in the psychology office for help.

When applying to graduate school programs, you should not apply to a program unless you meet all admissions criteria, because graduate admission committees do not consider your strengths as compensation for your weaknesses (e.g., having strong research experience will not offset low GRE scores).

False

Animals are routinely used in introductory psychology research courses to demonstrate the principles of learning. (BB)

False

When you are lucky enough to receive a job offer, keep in mind that the salary offered is usually the highest amount the employer can afford.

False

Where in PRO can you find information on undergraduate research opportunities?

PRO lobby

The doctoral degrees in psychology include:

PhD, PsyD, and EdD

Which of the following statements about deception is consistent with APA Ethical Standards? (APA)

Prior to conducting a study, the researcher must be positive that, if revealed, the deceptive components would not decrease willingness to participate.

Clinical and counseling psychology students who are not interested in conducting research may prefer to pursue a:

PsyD

Forensic psychology includes subfields known by a variety of names. Which one of the following is NOT one of the names used to refer to forensic psychology?

Psychology and Judicial Systems

Because employers value writing skills highly, being able to write well can really set you ahead of the competition when it's time to apply for jobs. Writing is highly valued in the undergraduate psychology major, so this is the time to polish your skills. Three of the following are suggested steps for enhancing your success in adjusting to the writing demands of academic work in psychology. Which one is NOT?

Psychology as a discipline believes that practice makes perfect, and undergraduates are required to write a great deal so that they will eventually produce excellent papers on their first attempt that need no revision.

Which of the following best represents appropriate and professional viewpoints regarding the research and applied areas of psychology?

Research and applied areas of psychology are intertwined, and it is unwise to separate the two.

Imagine that you want to identify some of the cutting-edge topics currently under investigation in exercise and sport psychology. To do so, you decide to skim the literature and see what research is being reported in relevant journals. ALL of the following are actual journals EXCEPT:

Research in Performance Quarterly

The Belmont principle that acknowledges the dignity and freedom of every person is: (BB)

Respect for Persons

A psychologist is conducting research on human participants. It is necessary that the participants not be told about all aspects of the research. The psychologist is obligated to: (APA)

apprise the participants of the nature of the study as early as feasible, preferably upon its completion

In college, organizational skills are essential because assignments:

are usually more labor intensive and you have less time to complete them

The "Getting Involved in Research" link under the PRO website main page (http://www.cla.csulb.edu/departments/psychology/pro/) includes important information about research experience including ALL of the following, EXCEPT:

an application for applying to research positions.

If you are interested in academe, seeking teaching experience in graduate school will impress potential employers, whether you were the instructor of record or a teaching assistant.

False

Most of the cats used in psychological research were once household pets. (BB)

False

Only research that is federally funded must be approved by an IRB. (BB)

False

Research, that has been approved, must demonstrate zero risk of physical or psychological harm to all human subjects. (BB)

False

Some assignments have minimum score requirements for particular grades. For instance, you must earn 195 on the major project to get an A in PSY 301. (THESE FIRST TWO STATEMENTS ARE TRUE.)

False

Extracurricular activities are most important as _____________ that will enable you to enhance your attractiveness as a graduate school applicant.

an avenue for acquiring information and contacts

Which of the following provides you with the best overview for preparing for the Psychology GRE exam?

an introductory psychology textbook

Surveys (especially those prior to the last decade) reveal that the percentage of therapists who have sexual relations with their current therapy clients is: (BB)

anywhere from 5 to 15%

Research has repeatedly surveyed psychology undergraduates and faculty regarding their expectations about what psychology majors should learn (Gaither & Butler, 2005; McGovern & Hawks, 1986). Although there is much overlap in the views of undergraduates and faculty, students and faculty disagree strongly in their expectation about:

applied skills like therapy - students expect this as a core part of the undergraduate degree while faculty do not

The Richard Petty powerpoint presentation notes three trends for the future of the field of psychology. The trends include greater emphasis on all of the following EXCEPT:

applied theory and research (as opposed to basic)

Several behaviors are recommended for you to be successful on the day of the actual interview. All of the following are successful behaviors EXCEPT:

arriving at least 30 minutes early

Typical tasks for psychiatric aides include all of the following EXCEPT:

assessing patient needs to ensure they maintain their maximum level of functioning

The Tempe Summit Report was generated by major leaders in the field of health psychology in 2007. This report outlines six competencies that all health psychologists who provide services to the public must possess. The ability of a health psychologist to evaluate a person's readiness for gastric bypass surgery falls under the competency referred to as:

assessment

Most graduate programs in psychology want you to have already demonstrated your promise as a scientist before you apply for admission. The most common way to do this as an undergraduate is to:

assist a psychology professor with his or her own research

30 units out of your 120 total units needed must be taken in Residency, this means:

at least 30 out of your 120 units must be taken at CSULB

According to your textbook, 38% of employers have indicated that they plan to _______________ as part of their recruiting strategy.

attend more career fairs

Undergraduate degree programs in psychology cover a broad scope of the field by ensuring all majors learn all of the following EXCEPT:

how to provide basic counseling skills to help others with their problems

Selected examples of recent topics researched by neuropsychologists include all of the following EXCEPT:

identifying effective strategies to cope with chronic pain

Recently, a growing number of MBA (Master's in Business Administration) programs offer special programs and courses for those interested in:

improving the management of government and nonprofit organizations

Regarding clinical, counseling, and school graduate programs, you will only be able to get licensed in many states if you graduate from an APA-accredited program. Information on how long a program has been accredited can be found:

in every December issue of APA's publication, American Psychologist

To increase employee job satisfaction as well as their commitment to their employers, I/O psychologists might design a(n):

incentive program

Regarding your career outlook, the increasing popularity of the psychology major means:

increased competition for employment at the bachelor's level

Research within the forensic psychology subfield is quite varied, and different topics overlap with the interests of many of the other subfields within psychology. For example, investigations of workplace violence intertwines the interests of forensic and _____ psychology.

industrial/organizational

Master's programs in the research subfields prepare you to either seek employment that utilizes your training or pursue a doctoral degree. The best indication of which of these a specific program will prepare you to do is to:

inquire about what recent graduates of the program are currently doing

According to the Collegegrad.com (2011) survey, 24% of employers rank a student's _____ as the most important criterion in evaluating new college graduates.

internship/experience

An excellent resource for students to learn about current job openings in a variety of subfields of psychology is at http://jobs.psyccareers.com/. This website:

is APA's Online Career Center

Although this should not be the deciding factor on selecting graduate programs, a better chance at admission to graduate school can be found with a school that:

is in a less desirable location

All of the following are TRUE of a bachelor's degree in psychology EXCEPT:

it is difficult to be competitive for employment without graduate training in psychology

Your text identifies three strengths of psychology as a field that help to provide it with a strong foundation for the future. Which of the following is NOT among those strengths?

its diversity of subfields

Neuropsychologists are extremely helpful in establishing a baseline of functioning for patients for a variety of disorders. These baselines can be used in the future to:

judge disease and recovery rates

According to the Psychology Major Handbook, the Student Learning Outcomes for the Psychology Department include all of the following, EXCEPT:

knowledge of important historical persons in psychology

To evaluate your own work ethic, your reading suggests you can consider your own personal traits regarding your approach to your academic work. Your reading suggests that a person with a strong work ethic exhibits all of the following EXCEPT:

leadership (e.g., seeks officer roles in department clubs and organizations)

Your reading explains that career goals have little meaning or value in isolation from education and life goals. The authors' approach is consider your:

life goals first, career goals second, and educational goals third

The career in academe is best described as a:

lifestyle

Which of the following is NOT recommended as a means of finding out what kinds of research are being conducted at a graduate program?

look in the APA's Graduate Study in Psychology

In a doctoral program, you are primarily associated with one specific professor. This is the professor who accepted you into the doctoral program, with whom you will establish a mentoring relationship and for whom you will contribute actively to their research program, and who will supervise your dissertation (your doctoral research). Your text refers to this professor as your:

major professor

Although research projects comprise many steps and activities, the defining aspect of this professorial activity is often considered to be:

making the findings available to a wider audience

According to the U.S. Department of Labor (2014) median salary estimates, it is most financially profitable for a recent bachelor's degree graduate working in research-oriented psychology to become a(n) _________.

market research analyst

Psychology graduate admissions committees look favorably upon a variety of courses like those in ______, because these kinds of courses signal your willingness and ability to engage in scientific pursuits.

math

Health psychologists may provide individuals with health-focused intervention strategies. These strategies include all of the following EXCEPT:

medication management

In reality, many graduate programs prefer that undergraduates complete coursework that is:

more generalist in nature than specialized in specific areas

The need for social and human services assistants is projected to grow _______ the average for all occupations through 2014.

much faster than

Finding employment in academe will more than likely involve a job search that is:

national/international

The area of clinical neuropsychology that concentrates on treating adults appears to fall into two broad categories best identified as:

neurological problems and psychiatric problems

Surveys of undergraduate psychology majors reveal that:

new majors are often surprised to learn that research and statistics will be a priority in their psychology courses

If you call the PRO phone number, you can expect:

no answer if the office is busy, because PRO Guides are instructed to give priority to students who appear in person.

There are many different Extra Credit assignments available during the semester. Each student may earn:

no more than 160 points of Extra Credit

Before the middle of the 20th Century, a code of ethics for researchers was (BB)

not established because researchers were believed to act ethically and responsibly.

Of the alternatives to animal research noted in the previous question and repeated below, identify the alternative most often used and most likely to provide helpful research data. (BB)

observing animals in their natural environment

PRIOR to conducting an experiment which entails potential physical harm for participants (e.g., an experiment involving the use of alcohol), the psychologist's primary INITIAL consideration and action is to: (BB and APA)

obtain medical consultation to review the plans for the experiment.

Life goals are aspirations you have for yourself across your lifespan. Most of the following represent examples of life goals. Which one does NOT?

obtaining a PhD in psychology

There are a number of areas related to health psychology in which you might work with a bachelor's degree. One option is to work as a __________, who assists in the delivery of rehabilitative services who have health impairments.

occupational therapy aide

If you are interested in teaching psychology with just a bachelor's degree:

teaching high school is a good alternative for you

Many documents are provided for each of the two major projects to help you complete them successfully. The ___________ serves as the framework for formatting your answers to your project. It should be saved on your hard drive and answers should be directly typed into it.

template

Information on jobs and internships for psychology majors can be found in:

the Career Resource Room (CRR) inside PRO (PSY 206)

Changes that prompted the 2002 revision of the ethical principles and code of conduct include all but: (BB)

the aftermath of 9/11

Several difficulties common among psychology majors relate to understanding the scientific basis of the discipline. These difficulties are described in all of the following EXCEPT:

the lack of opportunities to practice scientific skills in their courses

All of the following are TRUE for medical and health services managers EXCEPT:

the majority of them work in private hospitals

In recent decades, the need for school psychologists has dramatically increased (the number of them doubling between 1970 and 1980, then another doubling by the early 1990s). The most influential event affecting school psychology was:

the passage of federal legislation called the Education for All Handicapped Children Act

In assessing the value of psychological research for the purpose of determining whether it is ethical and worth conducting, one should consider each of the following EXCEPT: (BB)

the prestige of the researcher

The Association for Applied Sport Psychology (AASP) is a major organization helping to define the field, and it divides exercise and sport psychology into three interrelated areas: Social Psychology, Performance Enhancement/Intervention, and Health and Exercise Psychology. Which of the following best describes the focus of the Health and Exercise Psychology area?

the role of excercize in disease remediation, injury rehabilitation, and stress reduction

The course syllabi provide information about:

the structure of the course according to the instructor.

A graduate student using rats for neuropsychological research is charged with inhumane treatment of her laboratory rats. The sanitary conditions of the animals' cages are questionnable and it appears that anesthesia was not used consistently during surgical procedures. The student maintains that she was never trained in research methodology related to the care and use of animals. The responsibility for this situation lies PRIMARILY with: (APA)

the supervisor

One reason why animals are used in psychological research is: (BB)

their behavior is easier to control and their history is known making it easier to understand the effects of the research variables.

To declare the Psychology major, you need:

PSY 100, 210, and 310 with a grade of B or better and a GPA of 3.0.

Social psychologists investigate areas such as: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-aggression -interpersonal relationships -stereotypes

Where can you find a computer for your use in PRO?

SRR

It is generally extremely important to publish and disseminate research findings. Sometimes, however, it is important not to publish. When might it be important not to publish? (APA)

when the research design is of questionable value.

Educational psychologists are interested in a wide variety of topics related to teaching and learning. Their interests encompass all of the following activities EXCEPT:

working directly with individual students in formal settings, like classrooms

If you must miss a quiz:

you can make up missing points by doing one or more of the Extra Credit assignments

In high school, teachers bear much of the responsibility for their students' learning. In college, however, professors organize and facilitate the course, while you are largely responsible for actively engaging in your own learning. This expectation for students to independently direct their own learning is why:

you spend fewer hours in college classes than in high school

All of the following are recommended by your reading as great places to conduct a job search. The reading recommends that one of the best places to begin your job search is:

your campus career development center

There are many benefits to internships, field practica, and discipline-relevant work experiences. One benefit is setting yourself above the pack of other applicants or interviewees for graduate programs, because:

your first-hand experience lets you provide a sophisticated answer to how you know you're interested in that area of graduate study

Before setting your educational goals, it is recommended that you complete a self-assessment of:

your personal academic strengths and weaknesses

Students can send email through BeachBoard in PSY 301.

False

Less that 10% of psychological research is conducted using animals. (BB)

True

Information about upcoming events in the Psychology Department can be found in the

PRO Lobby

The animals used most often in psychological research are: (BB)

rats and birds

Given that the work is in the legal system, extensive background checks are conducted on people seeking employment as forensic psychologists. Any evidence of drug use and even traffic violations can disqualify a candidate from employment in many positions.

true

Given the increasing interest in the field of exercise and sport psychology, competition may squeeze out master's-level practitioners in favor of doctoral-trained individuals, particularly because more states are requiring licensure at the doctoral level in order to practice.

true

If you pursue training at the graduate level, you may find yourself having to select a subfield of focus before you feel ready given the need to apply to specialized programs of study.

true

Individuals who derive their career goals from careful self-assessment will have less difficulty adjusting to unpredictable changes in work life than those who derive career goals from career aspirations.

true

Licensing requirements for public preschool teachers vary by state, but private schools are generally exempt from meeting state licensing standards.

true

Most graduate programs readily provide information on where their students go on internships and postdoctoral training as well as where they are employed.

true

Research-oriented health psychologists often develop strong ties to local clinics and hospitals that can provide them with participants for their research studies.

true

Students can go to PRO to explore answers to the challenging question of "What can I do with a Psychology BA degree?"

true

The truth about letters of recommendation is that you should trust your letter writers or ask someone else.

true

Where should you click to find the 301 required assignments? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Click on Content then scroll down to Assignments -Clicking on the 301 Course Home and then finding the bookmark to Assignments

Which of the following are TRUE of specialist degrees? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Degree requirements generally include a "project" - a thesis research study. -The most common specialist degree (EdS) is almost exclusively for school psychology. -The degree includes coursework, practica, and an internship.

Graduate schools report that the THREE most important components in a student's application are: (CHECK THREE BELOW)

-GPA -letters of recommendation -personal statement

Although specific admission requirements vary across programs, in general, doctoral programs look for applicants who show strength in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-GRE scores -letters of recommendation -research experience -personal statement -GPA -interview

According to 2014 data, the minimum required combined Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning GRE scores averaged ____ for doctoral programs and ____ for master's programs.

312; 304

The project instructions are very detailed, ultimately for YOUR benefit! The best ways to understand the project instructions are to: (SELECT TWO BELOW)

-read through the detailed instructions section by section -attend an Extra Credit (EC) workshop on a Project

Education (or student loan) debt is a very real consequence faced by students in psychology, particularly those who seek graduate education. According to APA (2011), the median educational debt for students earning doctoral degrees was:

$120,000 for PsyDs and $50,000 for PhDs

According to NACE's Salary Survey (2014), the average starting salary for new graduates with bachelor's degrees in psychology in 2013 was _____ .

$37,400

To work in areas related to educational and school psychology with a bachelor's degree in psychology, you may want to consider teaching. According to the U.S. Department of Labor (2014), the median salary estimate for elementary school teachers was:

$53,590

The median salary for a practicing school psychologist in 2014 was:

$67,760

Students can be blinded by their desire to attend graduate school - at any cost. It is normal to have educational debt when you leave graduate school, but be aware of the potential amount and carefully consider if you want to afford it. For instance, 2011 data report that graduates in the practice-oriented subfields had a median debt of:

$80,000

Which of the following represent extra credit opportunities that help prepare you for the major projects? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-(EC4) Project Consultation with Course Assistant - discuss which project is appropriate for you and have your questions about the projects answered -(EC6) Attend a Jobs with a BA Project Workshop - Attend a workshop in the GRR of PRO (Psychology Resource Office) to get started on the Jobs project -(EC5) Attend a Graduate School Workshop - Attend a workshop in the GRR of PRO (Psychology Resource Office) to get started on the Grad School project

Dr. Richard Petty identifies a future trend in the field for psychology to become a "hub" discipline. It appears from his information that psychology will: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-(literally) take center stage to enhance the knowledge of other disciplines -hand over its applied subfields directly to "more applied" schools/departments (e.g., Law and Behavior will be taught in Law Schools, not psychology departments)

Many avenues of research demonstrate that having well-developed career goals provides many less obvious ("hidden") benefits. These benefits include which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

--College students with clear career goals are more likely to engage in behaviors that allow them to persist in their education toward graduation. --Establishing obtainable career goals shows a clear positive relationship to a person's physical and mental health. --Adolescents with clear career goals have better school attendance, fewer disciplinary problems, and higher levels of self-esteem. --Adult employees with clear career goals adjust better to their current employment situations, have more positive attitudes about their work, and have higher rates of job satisfaction.

Since the 1970s, a great deal of U.S. health care is offered through managed care organizations. Surveys of licensed psychologists have found that 80% report that managed care has had a negative impact on their work. Which of the following explain this negative impact, as described in your text? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

--Managed care organizations have sought the services of master's level (not doctorate) mental health providers, because these professionals are willing to accept lower reimbursement rates. --Managed care organizations contributed to greater competition among clinical and counseling psychologists for patients and a greater willingness to provide services for reduced fees.

The TWO most common employment settings for those with graduate training in exercise and sport psychology are: (SELECT TWO BELOW)

--academic positions at colleges/universities --a private practice where only a portion of the work is devoted to exercise and sport psychology

Where can you find information on graduate training programs in clinical neuropsychology? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-APA's Division 40 website -APA's Graduate Study in Psychology publication

As a student, it is useful for you to have "test-wiseness" - namely, the ability to use features of a test to improve your scores. Some common test-wise strategies are which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Always look over the exam before starting to develop a plan for working through all items. -Be alert for key words in questions (e.g., except, not, all, but). -Recognize patterns on a specific professor's test (e.g., "none of the above" is never correct). -Eliminate options you are sure are incorrect by physically removing them from consideration.

Which of the following are good pieces of advice for selecting a potential faculty mentor? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Choose professors who generally work with students. -Choose from among the professors you've had for classes. -Choose professors who regularly have students presenting at conferences.

Dr. Regan Gurung, a health psychologist at the University of Wisconsin - Green Bay, reports that a hot area of study in health psychology is cultural differences. Some of the examples of cultural health disparities he discusses include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Heart disease death rates are more than 40% higher for African-Americans than for European-Americans. -Men are more likely to have lung cancer than women. -Individuals in California and Hawaii are less likely to smoke.

College students often misperceive that what employers seek in potential employees is just their knowledge in a specific discipline. In reality, employers also want employees with specific skills and attributes. The National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE; 2013) reports the top skills/attributes rated by employers. Which of the following are in the top 10 attributes that employers search for, according to the NACE report? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Initiative -Communication skills -Detail oriented -Leadership -Teamwork skills

Which of the following are TRUE of a resume? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-It should answer what you can do for an employer. -It should use action verbs to describe your accomplishments. -It should answer why you should be hired for the job.

Which of the following are characteristics of psychotherapy? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Its focus of treatment is to cure the problem. -It's used on problems that are internal to self.

An important component to a graduate school application is the statement of purpose. Which of the following is true of your statement of purpose? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Its theme is your reasons for choosing that particular program. -Its theme is your areas of interest in psychology. -It reveals your values and priorities. -It requires drafting and rewriting after you get feedback from others.

The amount of material students are assigned to read in their courses dramatically increases in college. Which of the following are important techniques for boosting reading comprehension? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Link the topics you are reading to knowledge you already possess -Examine major topics to be covered (e.g., a chapter outline) before reading -Generate a list of questions about the topics that you want to cover -Quiz yourself about the major topics after you finish reading

Currently, only two states allow clinical and counseling psychologists to prescribe medications. Which two? (CHECK TWO BELOW)

-Louisiana -New Mexico

Several classic studies have had considerable influence on the development of ethical standards in research including: (Check all that apply.).(BB)

-Milgram's Obedience to Authority -Zimbardo's Stanford Prison Study

If you plan on going to Graduate School in Psychology, you should plan on taking: (check all that apply)

-PSY 310 Intermediate Statistics, 411 Experimental Design & Analysis, and 412 Multivariate Statistics -PSY 314 Assessment and/or 315 Testing -PSY 499 (Independent Study credit doing research with a faculty member)

Tenure means that fulltime faculty members have stability in their employment. Faculty endure a rigorous, long-term review process before being awarded tenure. Which of the following statements are TRUE about the tenure process? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Prior to tenure, there is no guarantee of another year of employment. -Typically in the third year of employment, faculty are reviewed by peers/colleagues as well as by the department chair. -Faculty must apply for tenure in their fifth or sixth year. -If the faculty member does not receive a favorable tenure review, the faculty member is given one year to find another position. -Many professional psychology schools do not have a tenure process.

If you are interested in applying to I/O graduate programs, it is recommended that you take and enjoy which of the following courses as an undergraduate? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Psychological Testing -Learning and Behavior -Ethics -Research Methods -Social Psychology

You can drop by the Psychology Resource Office (PRO) in room PSY 206 for:

-Questions about the Psychology Department Resources -Graduate School in Psychology resources -Help finding a job with a BA in Psychology resources -PSY 301 help -Course syllabi from Psychology courses

Which of the following are all TRUE pieces of advice provided by your text regarding how you should handle the GRE? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Regarding evaluating the scores published by graduate programs, ignore the required minimums; instead, focus on the actual scores of those admitted. -Graduate programs will only see the GRE sets of scores you select to send to them, not necessarily all of your attempts. -Taking the GRE can be costly; currently $200 for the General Test, $150 for the Psychology Subject Test, $30 for each report you send to graduate programs.

Which of the following statements are TRUE of professional psychology schools? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Some are affiliated with a university, while others are not. -These schools are usually private.

College assignments usually require extensive writing. There are several strategies that help you to be successful across many varieties of writing assignments. What are those successful strategies? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Start early, because good writing requires time. -Draft your written assignment and revise it repeatedly. -Break large written assignments into independent stages.

The Boulder model is a specific type of graduate training for clinical and counseling psychologists. Which of the following are characteristics of the Boulder model? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Students are prepared for careers in research. -Successful completion of the program results in a PhD. -Students are prepared for careers in private practice

The following statements describe how different kinds of training programs in clinical and counseling psychology (master's vs. doctorate) affect career options. Indicate which of the following that are TRUE. (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Students pursuing doctoral degrees in clinical or counseling psychology typically must complete a predoctoral internship. -A doctorate is required to practice as a clinical or counseling psychologist. -Individuals with master's degree may engage in limited practice as long as they are supervised by a doctoral-level professional.

Which of the following are TRUE regarding graduate certificates? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-You gain additional knowledge in a specified area. -In terms of hiring, you will be more attractive than someone without the certificate. -Certificate programs are generally a year in length.

There are primarily three different training models for the health service provider subfields of psychology (i.e., clinical, counseling, and school). Which of the following are TRUE of the Vail model? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Students trained in the Vail model are consumers of research more than producers of research. -This model is often referred to as the practitioner-scholar model. -The PsyD degree developed from this model.

Which of the following statements about specialist-level training in school psychology are TRUE? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Students typically must complete a master's program before being admitted to the specialist's program. -Some programs offer a specialist-level degree by itself (no master's degree component). -Programs at the specialist-level degree require both coursework and practicum/internship experience. -Many specialist-level programs require a combined master's and specialist's degree.

Which of the following are TRUE regarding master's degrees? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-Terminal master's programs have lower entrance requirements than nonterminal/doctoral programs. -Doing well in a terminal master's program can improve your chances of getting accepted into a doctoral program.

Being a successful student requires you to appreciate which of the following (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)?

-That everyone at CSULB wants you to succeed -You might find it takes more effort to make friends here than at other (smaller) schools -That you have to work more independently on your studies than you might have before -That you have to be more self-motivated than ever beforeThat you have to be more self-motivated than ever before

Which of the following are TRUE of the Psychology Subject Test of the GRE?

-The Experimental content area of the exam covers approximately 40% of the questions. -The exam consists of approximately 205 questions with five answer options.

If you were looking for opportunities for Research experience, where could you look?

-The Faculty Research Areas section of the Psychology department website -In the Psychology Resource Office (Room 206) on bulletin boards, handouts, or postings -By asking faculty you've taken classes with about openings in their research labs

There are primarily three different training models for the health service provider subfields of psychology (i.e., clinical, counseling, and school). Which of the following are TRUE of the Vail model? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-The PsyD degree developed from this model. -Students trained in the Vail model are consumers of research more than producers of research. -This model is often referred to as the practitioner-scholar model.

You can get a list of the approved ethnic studies courses from: (check all that apply)

-The Psychology Resource Office in room PSY 206 -The Psychology Department website -The main psychology department office (in PSY 100) -Inside the Psychology Major Handbook -The University Center for Undergraduate Advising in the Horn Center, room 103.

Data published in 2005 by the APA Research Office revealed which of the following to be TRUE facts about graduate school tuition? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-The average annual tuition for in-state residents in master's programs is $4812. -The average annual tuition for in-state residents in doctoral programs is $10,200.

Why is it necessary to earn a minimum number of points on the project and the final exam to earn an A or B or C in the course, even if the total points accumulated are more than needed for that letter grade? Check all that apply. (All correct answers must be selected to receive credit for this question.)

-The instructors feel the project is one of the most important assignments in the course. -There is more control over who has contributed to (and completed) the project and the final exam than there is for many of the quizzes. -The final is a better reflection of what the student has retained than are individual quizzes that can be completed by guessing and repeating the quiz until the desired points are obtained.

Which of the following describe the purposes of the Graduate School Project? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-The project will help you learn the steps involved in applying to graduate school. -The project will help you plan the remainder of your undergraduate academic career. -The project provides a "reality check" about the competitiveness of specific graduate programs. -The project will serve as a referral guide for those of you who submit "real" graduate school applications in the future. -The project will serve as a "call to action" for you to contact mentors, seek out research and applied experiences, and participate in department and professional organizations.

Which of the following accurately describe the teaching activities of university professors? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-The syllabus, course activities as well as handouts and other materials are the culmination of significant effort by the professor, effort rarely seen by students or outside observers. -Depending on new developments in psychology research, updating one course can take weeks of preparation prior to the semester and significant amounts of time during the semester.

Which of the following are TRUE about attending graduate classes? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-The typical class size is 6 - 20 students -High expectations are placed on your class participation

Which of the following are TRUE of faculty salaries?

-There are typically only two promotions in a professor's lifetime. -Mean salaries vary greatly from state to state. -Assistant professors at a 4-year college psychology department are basically paid the same as an assistant professors at a 2-year college. -Assistant professors at a university business school have the highest mean salaries.

Which of the following are TRUE characteristics of internships or on-the-job experiences that you might have while in graduate school? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-These opportunities take place toward the end of your graduate education. -Even as an intern, you will asked to solve difficult problems and make stressful decisions that significantly impact the lives of others. -Future employers will use this experience to decide whether to hire you.

Many interviewers ask similar questions, so it is possible to anticipate and prepare for several questions that you may be asked before you actually interview. Some good potential interview questions to practice are: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-What are your greatest strengths/weaknesses? -Tell me about an ethical dilemma you encountered and how you addressed it. -Where do you see yourself in 5/10 years? -We're interviewing many candidates; why should we hire you? -What will you bring to the organization?

Which of the following are TRUE regarding the submission of work to the BeachBoard Dropbox? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-You must submit your Dropbox work as a Word document with .doc or .docx file type ONLY. -If your Dropbox file for the major project is not formatted as a .doc or .docx file, you will get a D or F grade in the PSY 301 course. -The Course Procedures document explains the steps for checking that your Dropbox file can be read by Turnitin.

Which of the following are TRUE of the Jobs with a BA Project and the Graduate School Project? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-You should retain the titles, and the numbering and the lettering system from each section of the template when typing your answers. -Everyone's project will follow the same format (except for their specific answers).

Which of the following are TRUE of the sample chronological resume included in your text? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY

-Your telephone number is listed above your email address. -Relevant experiences are listed below education.

Your text reminds you to keep in mind two important things about master's level programs in the research subfields. They are that: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

-a master's degree may make your application to a doctoral program more attractive -a master's degree in a research subfield is not enough to make you a psychologist

Gaining experience outside of the classroom provides many benefits including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-a new perspective about possible career paths -greater maturity regarding your academic and career goals -knowledge and skills that cannot be developed through in-class coursework

Your should provide a packet for those writing your letters of recommendation that includes which of the following materials? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-a preaddressed, stamped envelope for each letter that must be mailed -unofficial copies of your transcript(s) and GRE scores -web addresses (and passwords) for any recommendations submitted online -a copy of your personal statement and your vita -a checklist of all programs with information on due dates -any required recommendation forms (FYI: with the top section filled out by you!)

Lloyd, Kennedy, and Dewey (1997) developed suggestions of coursework that strengthen some of the skills employers seek. To prepare for jobs in the human services sector, they recommend courses in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-abnormal psychology -tests and measurement -psychology of women -fieldwork

One reason college campuses are great places to be is because they are loaded with services designed to help students succeed, available mostly for free or for a nominal fee. Check them out at CSULB, and use them to your advantage!! Just to name a few, campuses provide students with services for: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-academic advising -career development -counseling -disability support -tutoring -writing assistance

Which of the following are critical steps in making a positive impression with your cover letter? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-address the letter to a specific person -include your contact information near the end of the letter -thank the reader for their consideration

Which of the following are good ways to prepare for the GRE test?

-allow many hours over several weeks or months to study -Consider obtaining at least one of the study guides available for the GREs. -Review the test taking tips on the ETS (Educational Testing Service) website.

According to the APA Ethics Code, it is not necessary to get the informed consent of research participants in research that uses: (BB and APA)

-anonymous questionnaires -naturalistic observations -archival research any of the above

To graduate from CSULB, you need:

-at least 120 total units -3 upper division Capstone courses -at least a 2.0 in all four GPAs (overall, CSULB, major and upper division major GPA) -to complete all major requirements -to complete all lower division GE courses or have your GE certification

The final exam will be given:

-at specified times to be announced -in the computer lab in the Psychology building -using BeachBoard

Which of the following behaviors does your reading recommend for a successful job interview? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-bring a few extra copies of your resume -wait for an actual job offer to address salary -send a thank-you letter immediately after the interview

The TWO types of academic employment settings that have a very limited psychology curriculum are: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

-community colleges -technical schools

To receive an A in the course, you need to: (Check all that apply) (All answers must be correct to receive credit for this question.)

-complete this Course Procedures Quiz with a score of 30 or better -earn at least 210 of 300 possible points on the final exam -complete all sections and subsections of the major project -earn at least 195 points on the major project -submit the academic/career planning assignment

If you are interested in being an applied forensic psychologist, there are many job settings that you might be likely to choose including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-court clinics -police departments -state psychiatric hospitals -correctional settings (e.g., prisons)

The field of psychology faces a number of "threats" or events that will likely impact the field in a negative way. These threats include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY) Question

-decrease funding for higher education -developments in insurance and managed care that affect mental health practitioners -decreased funding for psychological research

Numerous ethical violations were committed during the Tuskegee Study including: (Check all that apply.) (BB)

-denial of treatment -harmful deception -lack of informed consent

Planning your courses and timely progress toward your degree requires that you: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-develop a plan that respects prerequisites as well as other commitments on your time -obtain the exact requirements for earning your psychology degree at CSULB -plan your college coursework for every semester, all the way to graduation

"How do a variety of factors in a learning environment (like multimedia-based instruction and rehearsal schedules) affect human learning?" is a question a(n) __________ psychologist would ask. (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-experimental -cognitive

A psychologist is conducting a research project that involves deception. Following collection of the data, she debriefs the participants. While most are impressed with the research, several participants do not like the idea of having been deceived. As an ethical psychologist, the researcher should: (APA)

-explain why the deception was essential to the research. -offer to remove the data on these subjects. -make sure the subjects have not been emotionally harmed by their participation in the study. all of the above.

Having withdrawals on your transcript does NOT look good to graduate admissions committees, because: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-failing to complete an undergraduate course questions your ability to be successful in graduate studies where the workload is much more difficult -they signal and draw attention to potential negative attributes -a withdrawal suggests you may take on more responsibility than you can handle

Many adults well into their careers often find themselves in those particular careers as a result of: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-fear of choosing the wrong career path -financial necessity -circumstances of chance

Many of the books, websites, and questionnaires available on career goal setting focus exclusively on helping you identify a handful of careers that are supposedly the best fit for you. Individuals using these resources report: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-finding the results so at odds with their current career ideas that they have no intention of further exploring the suggested careers -confirming the career ideas they already had -learning about careers options not previously considered that they then must explore further

Your text describes a variety of research areas studied by exercise and sport psychology professionals to illustrate the field's broad array of research interests. -Examples of sport psychology research include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-gambling by student and professional athletes -disordered eating in dance professionals -maintaining an exercise program -gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender issues in sport -psychological issues associated with officiating (being a referee)

According to psychology professors, their most successful students are those who have which of the following characteristics? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-hardworking -self-motivated -flexible -mature -passionate about psychology -highly organized -full of stamina

Sometimes, graduate admissions interviews take place by telephone. For telephone interviews, you should: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-have your application materials laid out in front of you -prepare a "telephone card" for each program -dress as you would for an in-person interview -be aware that some programs call without warning you

It is the reality of our world that, although following all the advice we are giving you about applying to graduate school will increase the likelihood of your being accepted to programs, there are no guarantees for success. However, beyond the possibility of simply having "bad luck," you should review your applications to see if you made any of these common mistakes that often cost students an offer of admission: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-having a low GPA/GRE relative to the means of those recently admitted to the programs -not applying widely enough (geographically or otherwise) -applying only to high-ranked programs -having no research experience

If you have mediocre grades, having excellent qualifications in other areas may compensate to make you competitive for admission to graduate programs. The best compensations are to have all of which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-having solid letters of recommendation -taking rigorous courses -obtaining high GRE scores -carefully writing and revising your personal statement

In their profession, clinical health psychologists provide services to: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-health care providers -individual patients -entire communities -patients' families

Indicate which of the following situations are appropriate to bring to the course assistants. You should visit a course assistant . . . . . (Check all that apply.) (All answers must be correct to receive credit.)

-if you need clarification about the meaning of the instructions for an assignment -if you feel overwhelmed and want someone to help you set up a plan to manage your time

Professional preparation of your graduate application packet is important. It is wise to: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-include a maximum of two writing samples -submit all your materials in a neutral folder with your name/contact info typed on it -include a cover letter itemizing the contents of your application -send all application materials all at once

Despite a number of negatives, managed care plans have had a positive impact on clinical and counseling psychologists, because these plans: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-increased public access to mental health care -addressed rampant treatment costs -created a more predictable flow of new patients and referrals

School psychologists can face serious employment challenges because of always changing legislation and requirements placed on schools that determine funding for their positions. These challenges have resulted in which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-increasing caseloads where one school psychologist must serve several schools in a district -a severe shortage of school psychologists that has existed for some time and is expected to continue -school psychologists feeling a sense of isolation from fellow professionals

PSY 301 is a course that: (check all that apply)

-is created for psychology majors -provides information for getting the most out of your undergrad education -offers lots of extra credit -uses the resources in the Psychology -Resource Office (PSY 206) for some assignments

For most BeachBoard quizzes (all except the GRE quizzes and the final exam):

-it is OK to refer to course materials while answering questions -you may retake the quizzes as many times as you want during the time the quizzes are available -all questions are objectively scored by BeachBoard. -it is possible to lose work if you save your work but do NOT submit it before the due date/time

Although specific admission requirements vary across programs, in general, master's programs look for applicants who show strength in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-letters of recommendation -personal statement -GPA

What credentials are currently required for many treatment provider positions in correctional environments within the forensic psychology subfield? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-licensure -master's degree

The projects are designed to: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-make you aware of the many steps needed in the process of applying to graduate school or applying for a job. -give you a chance to plan the remainder of your academic career at CSULB. -have you draft many of the documents you will need when applying to graduate school or for a job.

There are several strategies you can incorporate into your approach to the academic work in the psychology major that will improve your chances of success in adjusting to the type of learning that is required. These include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-making it a top priority to stay up to date with your academic work -working to combat any misleading expectations you have for passive learning in your courses -learning to ask for help when you need it, but not before you put forth a concerted effort

There are many career options related to the fields of clinical and counseling psychology. Several of them are listed below. Select which ones typically require a master's degree. (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-marriage and family therapy -recreational therapy -social work -occupational therapy -school counseling

Research in neuropsychology is an ever-changing, constantly moving field. As a neuropsychologist, you should also keep up with research in closely related fields including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-medicine -cognitive psychology -neuroscience

The commitment to successfully complete graduate school is intensive and should not be taken lightly. Graduate school requires certain personal attributes, such as being self-motivated and organized, just to name a few. Your text suggests you make an honest assessment of your personal qualities and behaviors that are consistent with graduate training. The need for these qualities and behaviors reveals important characteristics about graduate school, including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-most graduate courses require extensive writing assignments -the expectation for most graduate programs is "A" work in all courses -graduate students are expected to work with little supervision/no hand-holding -successful graduate students must accept and make good use of vast amounts of critical feedback -successful graduate students are able to focus on their academic work, even though other forces may lead to distraction (e.g., personal issues) -graduate school requires delayed gratification, such as giving up leisure activities with friends/family

Which of the following would you be REQUIRED to have, if you wished to work as a school psychologist in a public school setting in most states? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-national certification as a school psychologist granted by the National Association of School Psychologists -minimum of the specialist level degree -completion of the Praxis School Psychology Exam

Which of the following areas of psychology view postdoctoral fellowships as a necessary step, given that the majority of their graduates are employed in these positions? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-neuroscience -biological psychology

Which of the following are TRUE of how you can get involved in research? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-offer to gather background literature for a professor's study -ask a professor directly if you can help with research -demonstrate your commitment to simple research tasks to increase the likelihood that you will be including in more research tasks later -offer to collect and enter data for one of your professors -start early in your undergraduate career - research projects and developing relationships with faculty take serious time

Which of the following are criteria evaluated during graduate school admissions? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-overall GPA -psychology GPA -GRE scores (verbal and quantitative) -GRE score (psychology subject test) -research experience -letters of recommendation -personal statement -psychology-related work experience

State licensure regarding careers in exercise and sport psychology is required for individuals who: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-perform diagnoses -provide treatment -do assessments

In addition to biopsychology foundation courses, graduate programs in clinical and counseling programs prefer applicants have taken undergraduate courses in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-personality -abnormal psychology -statistics -developmental psychology -research methods

For students interested in clinical and counseling graduate programs, you might want to seek out opportunities for gaining part-time paid experience in human services fields while you are still an undergraduate. Begin your search for meaningful experience by deciding on what kinds of ______ and _______ interest you. (CHECK TWO BELOW)

-populations -work settings

The risks involved in a research study can include: (APA and BB)

-possible physical harm -possible psychological harm -invasions of privacy all of the

Vitae (academic resumes) are unique and different from typical work resumes in many ways. Unlike resumes, vitae: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-present all of your presentations and publications in correct APA format -can be 20, 30, or more pages in length -almost never use the "Career Objective" heading

According to the specialty designation by APA, the practice of clinical health psychology includes which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of illness -application of knowledge to promote and maintain health -improvement of the health care system -development of knowledge regarding connections between behavior and health

Graduates with a bachelor's degree in psychology can work in many positions related to forensic psychology including: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-probation officer -caseworker/case manager -correctional treatment specialist -correctional treatment specialist

Ethical guidelines in psychology (BB)

-provide psychologists with standards of morals and values. -are dynamic and constantly changing. -govern professional behavior of psychologists. all of the above

Health psychology recognizes that health is influenced by three types of factors. Those factors are: (SELECT THREE BELOW)

-psychological -sociocultural -biological

Students interested in graduate training in exercise and sport psychology must choose one of two distinct academic training paths, each with its own benefits and limitations in terms of career preparation and eligibility. The two paths are: (SELECT TWO BELOW)

-psychology -kinesiology

Which of the following jobs related to exercise and sport psychology would you be eligible for with a bachelor's degree? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-recreational worker for a state park -youth sports coach -health fitness instructor -personal trainer

Academic success in college is largely based on your ability to learn new information and master new skills. Research in cognitive psychology has taught us that learning is maximized when the information to be learned is: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-reduced to meaningful and manageable units -rehearsed and reviewed repeatedly over time -actively processed

When asked for information by the psychiatrist in the emergency room, the psychologist should have: (Check all that apply.) (APA)

-released the records after the patient recovered and signed the release form - provided only relevant information that might have been helpful in saving the client's life even though he had not signed a release

A core part of your education as an undergraduate and graduate student in psychology will include training in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-research methodology -statistics

All the following undergraduate courses are recommended for students interested in clinical and counseling psychology EXCEPT:

-research methods -ethics -statistics -natural sciences -psychometrics -learning -computer science

Regardless of the specialty you are applying for (e.g., clinical, school, I/O, health, etc.), all graduate programs prefer applicants have which TWO of the following undergraduate courses? (CHECK TWO BELOW)

-research methods -statistics

In 2013, the APA developed and revised very explicit guidelines about the nature of academic work for the undergraduate psychology major. Some of these 10 guidelines are: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-scientific inquiry and critical thinking -ethical and social responsibility in a diverse world -professional development -communication skills -knowledge base in psychology

For human resources manager positions, employers seek individuals with which of the following qualities: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-sensitivity and respectfulness of diversity -good negotiation skills -ability to show discretion -good listening skills -ability to function under pressure

Two factors that are known to impact academic performance, and which you have considerable control over, are: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

-sleep -stress

Helms and Mayhew (2006) surveyed individuals involved in selecting students for graduate programs in forensic psychology. Their data show which of the following are TRUE regarding the evaluations of graduate school applications in this subfield? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-statement of goals was rated as more important than an interview -having prior research experience was rated as most important

As an undergraduate, good preparation for graduate training in the research subfields of experimental, developmental social, cognitive, and biopsychology begins with your being highly successful and enjoying courses in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-statistics -research methods -seminars in experimental design

Psychologists in academic settings serve many roles. These roles include: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-supervising undergraduate research -generating new knowledge through research -supervising graduate student research -teaching undergraduate students -training future psychologists

PSY 241- Psychobiology is required for:

-taking PSY 331, 332, 333 and all the other Category A psychology courses --psychology major requirements for graduation

You could lose points on the Jobs with a BA project for selecting a career:

-that requires graduate study -like cab driver in which most do not need a college degree -where little data are published about the field all of the above

Two excellent sources of occupational information (including job descriptions, training requirements, and salaries) are: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

-the Occupational Outlook Handbook (see http://www.bls.gov.oco/home.htm) -O*NET (see http://www.onetcenter.org/)

As compared to high school, the difficulty of the academic work increases significantly in college. This increase in difficulty takes the forms of: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-the amount of material you are expected to learn can be extensive -the expectation that students will demonstrate purposeful and reflective thinking about the material -understanding the material in greater depth as topics are covered in more detail -professors assigning and expecting work to be completed at an advanced level

Generally, in order for a faculty member to receive tenure, they must receive a favorable review from: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-the department chair -the vice president of academic affairs or provost of the university -the president of the university -the college dean -tenured department faculty

Biopsychologists are interested in: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-the impact of medications on behavior -the impact of disease processes on behavior -how biological systems affect behavior -how behavior affects biological systems

Regarding applied/practitioner positions in correctional settings: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-the pay is quite good -jobs are plentiful -worker turnover is high

Do NOT postpone taking the "harder" psychology courses, because: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-these courses are likely to include material that you need for the GRE Psychology Subject Test which you should take by fall of your senior year -graduate admissions faculty will want to see excellent grades in these upper-level courses on your transcript

When submitting written assignments, it is NOT acceptable:

-to copy from a friend -to cut and paste from an Internet link -to copy directly from the text

When examining information about particular types of occupations, it is important to consider a variety of different aspects about the occupations. Nauta (2002) recommends that you explore which of the following? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-typical job duties -minimum and preferred qualifications -lifestyle issues -the job outlook for the future -opportunities for advancement

________ % of U. S. PhDs awarded between 2002 and 2012 were in the five research-intensive subfields of experimental, developmental, social, cognitive, and biopsychology.

33

Which of the following are all "kisses of death" for your personal statement and can likely cause you to be rejected from graduate programs? (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-using a canned, nonspecific, generic statement for all applications -including references to your own mental health -expressing a strong need to help others -including religious issues that are unrelated to the program to which you are applying -providing excessively self-revealing information -having grammatical or spelling errors in your statement

What alternative to the use of animals in laboratory research has been suggested? (BB)

-using cell cultures -using computer models -observing animals in their environment all of the above

Being involved in the Psychology Student association (PSA) and Psi Chi Psychology Honor Society: (check all that apply)

-welcome everyone to their regular meetings -provides opportunities for you to meet fellow students and faculty at their meetings -allows you to enjoy guest speakers and find out about professional opportunities at their meetings -looks good on future graduate school and job applications

To wisely consider a job offer, it is important to consider information like: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-what benefits are included -the cost of living where you will be living and working -what is the work environment like -are there professional development opportunities

Assessment refers to any formal evaluation of a patient, typically using standardized tests and interviews. They are performed to answer such questions as: (CHECK ALL THAT APPLY)

-what might be the correct diagnosis -what treatments might be recommended -what is the state of the patient's current functioning

A psychologist is investigating post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and perception modalities of coding distressing events. While considering the need to submit a proposal to the IRB, he developed an informed consent statement that he thought was comprehensive and concise. The informed consent form included many sentences from his grant proposal, verbatim, and added a few more sentences that addressed expectations and requirements of participants. His goal was to accurately convey a description of the research. His opening paragraph read as follows:This study will investigate the cognitive mapping and etiology of symptoms associated with posttraumatic stress disorder. It will examine the intensity of visual and auditory evoked potentials and concurrent subjective strength of eidetic imagery.Considering the mission of the APA ethics code, which statement(s) about the above scenario would be accurate as well as relevant to the ethics of the situation? (Check all that apply)

.-This type of investigation requires IRB approval. -The language in the informed consent paragraph is not easily understandable to participants and should be restated in a clearer fashion.

At community colleges, the typical teaching loads are around ____ courses per year.

10-12

To graduate with a BA from CSULB, you must have earned a minimum of ____ units.

120

On average, most clinical PhD programs with equal emphasis on practice and research accept approximately ___ percent of their applicants.

14

The major project, to be done thoroughly, takes at least ____ hours.

15

The Houston Conference Report established the expectation that postdoctoral education and training for clinical neuropsychology be at least ________, fulltime.

2 years

It typically takes a full-time student ________ years to earn a master's degree in psychology.

2-4

On average, the minimum grade point average (GPA) required to gain consideration for admission to a master's program in psychology is:

2.92

If you do not submit your entire completed template to the BeachBoard Dropbox on time, you will lose up to ___ percent of all the points you earned on the project AND you cannot earn an ____ in the course.

20; A, B, C

Approximately what percentage of Psychology BA graduates pursue graduate school (including both master's and doctoral degrees)?

25

Approximately __________% of recent graduates in the research-oriented subfields of psychology are employed full time in private sector and government positions (APA, 2011).

26

Research from the National Center for Education Statistics indicates that only ____ percent of high school seniors in the United States are proficient writers. (INSERT NUMBER)

27

Assignments that are NOT graded by BeachBoard (for example, paper hard copy assignments due to the Black Box) will be graded:

3 - 4 weeks after the due date and a news announcement will be posted when points are available

Although most psychology clubs do not have requirements for membership, honor societies do. The minimum GPA needed for induction into Psi Chi, the National Honor Society in Psychology, is:

3.0

PSY 301 students must do the Jobs with a Psychology BA project, if they don't qualify for the Graduate School project. To do the Graduate School Project, you must have, AT THIS MOMENT, an overall GPA of at least

3.0

On average, the minimum grade point average (GPA) required to gain consideration for admission to a doctoral program in psychology is:

3.11

It is important for graduate school applicants to understand that, even though programs often publish minimum requirements for qualifications, like GPA, the students who are actually admitted into the program usually far exceed the minimums in admissions criteria. For example, a 2003-2004 study found that, although the average minimums required for overall GPA was 3.11 for doctoral programs and 2.92 for masters' programs, the actual overall GPAs for student accepted were:

3.54 for doctoral and 3.37 for master's programs

Learning research (Wagner, Schober, & Spiel, 2008) has found that students had the best academic performance working on a variety of tasks in discrete (separate) ____ intervals.

30-minute

According to 2014 data, the combined GRE General Test scores averaged ____ for doctoral programs and ____ for master's programs of students actually admitted into the programs.

312; 304

A 35 point quiz has _____ questions.

35

Recent data (US NCES, 2013) show that, in the academic year 2011-2012, minorities comprised ____ percent of the U.S. population and earned ____ percent of bachelor's degrees and ____ percent of PhD degrees.

37; 36; 27

In terms of organizing your letters of recommendation, you will want to allow your recommenders at least ________ to write the letters.

4-6 weeks

For clinical psychology PhD programs, the overall average GPA for those applicants actually admitted to the program is close to:

4.0

Your text recommends that, when considering graduate programs, you should review as many as ______ and plan on applying to ______ programs.

40 - 50; 10 - 15

What PSY course can you take to get course credit while doing psychology-related work at a local business, hospital, school, or other site?

405

According to the National Science Foundation (2013), what percentage of all psychology doctoral degrees awarded in the U.S. were in clinical and counseling psychology combined?

48%

When completing your project, where paragraphs are expected, paragraphs consist of at least _____ sentences.

5

Freestanding PsyD programs (i.e., those not affiliated with a university, although they - misleadingly - use university in their name) accept approximately ___ percent of their applicants, while university-based PsyD programs accept approximately ___ percent of their applicants.

50; 35

The majority of students obtaining a bachelor's degree in psychology do NOT go on to graduate school. The application process is no easy task, and neither is graduate school itself. Data from 2008 show that ten years after starting graduate school, _____ percent of students have actually completed their graduate degrees.

65

According to the US Department of Labor, the median income of clinical and counseling psychologists in 2014 was $__________.

67,760

GRE Psychology Subject Test scores for incoming students actually admitted to graduate programs averaged ____ for doctoral programs and ____ for master's programs.

686; 682

One benefit to completing graduate school training is employment status and prospects. A survey of recent doctorate recipients (Michalski, Kohout, Wicherski, & Hart, 2011) found that _____ percent of respondents indicated that the employment position they currently held was their first choice.

72

What percentage of clinical and counseling psychologists work in a private practice or outpatient clinic immediately after they complete graduate school?

9%

___ percent of clinical and counseling psychology graduate programs require some type of interview prior to an offer of admission.

93

The General Test of the GRE (which includes Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing) is required by ___ percent of doctoral programs and ___ percent of masters programs for admission.

97; 80

Why is academic freedom so important to academe?

Advances in the discipline are potentially prevented without it.

All departments handle prerequisites differently. In the psychology department, you can take a psychology course without the prerequisites.

False

A psychologist in a full-time, solo private practice advertises that he limits his practice to marital problems. In 20 years in private practice, he has been successful in solving his clients' marital problems but not in saving his own marriage. Because he works 60 to 70 hours each week, he is able to avoid focussing on his own problems. His secretary schedules his 5:00 opening with a new client, a 35-year married woman, and leaves to catch the 5:00 bus.The client impresses him as someone in need of confirmation of her own worth; after several sessions she admits that she was molested as a child by her father and that her sexual relationship with her husband is both unsatisfactory and coerced.After three months pass, the psychologist realizes that he is looking forward to seeing this client each week and is beginning to feel sexually attracted to her. At this point the psychologist could ethically: (check all that can be justified by the APA ethics code)

A. continue to treat her, seek counseling for his marital problems, and reschedule her appointment time, B. refer her to another therapist because he feels attracted to her. D. refer her to a therapist who specializes in child sexual abuse.

If you are interested in working as a clinical health psychologist, remember that it is important to seek out a graduate program that is:

APA-accredited

To declare psychology as a major or minor, students must first meet the admission requirements and then go to:

ATLAS (PH1 room 104)

According to the Psych Major Handbook, your professional goals should determine the courses you should take for your BA. For students interested in Social Psychology, all of the following courses are recommended EXCEPT

Abnormal Psychology

Which of the following is TRUE regarding the various ranks of faculty positions?

Adjunct faculty are not expected to engage in research.

Respect for persons, beneficence, and justice are the three principles of the: (BB)

Belmont Report

Your reading recommends all of the following books as great resources on careers related to psychology. Which of these books does your reading recommend as an excellent source for information, including many useful websites, on master's degrees in public affairs and public administration?

Career Opportunities in the Nonprofit Sector

According to the Psych Major Handbook, your professional goals should determine the courses you should take for your BA. For students interested in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, all of the following courses are recommended EXCEPT:

Clinical Interviewing

Research shows that adopting an internal or external locus of control has measurable consequences. Which of the following statements best describes what we know from that research?

College students with an external locus of control experience greater stress and higher rates of substance abuse, while students with an internal locus of control experience greater academic achievement.

Your text provides a detailed four-year timeframe of suggested activities for preparing for graduate school. Which of the following correctly reflects a suggestion contained on the detailed timeframe?

Completing the research foundation coursework should occur in your second year.

To support his ideas about future trends, Dr. Richard Petty notes that departments of psychology aren't necessarily called that (i.e., "Department of Psychology") at all institutions anymore. Three of the following represent more "modern" names for psychology departments. Which one does NOT?

Department of Human Behavior

Which of the following is a general penalty that would cost you 25 points on your project grade?

Did not use template or deleted information from the template

The American Psychological Association (APA) reflects the tremendous diversity of subfields in psychology by identifying specific divisions, each one related to a subfield. Which division should you investigate to learn about exercise and sport psychology?

Division 47

Currently, the Chair of the psychology department is:

Dr. Sherry Span

Verifying submission of my completed Major Project to the BeachBoard Dropbox by the due date/time

Failure to do this results in a course grade no higher than a D.

A clinical or counseling psychologist's license must typically be renewed every five years, with renewal granted upon successful completion of continuing education requirements.

False

When submitting more than one assignment to the Black Box at the same time (such as Assignments 15 and 16), it is okay to staple both assignments together

False. If you staple two assignments together, you will NOT receive credit for the second assignment.

Having devised a new way of doing premarital counseling, Dr. Jones, a psychologist, mails a circular proudly announcing his "unique service created to assure a happy start in marriage." (APA)

He should be made aware of the ethical violation of standard 5.01 a, b

Of all of the means of registering a complaint against a therapist, which is most likely to result in some possible monetary compensation to the dissatisfied client? (BB)

Initiation of a civil suit

Most of the follow are TRUE about organizing literature review papers. Which one is NOT true?

It is a common experience that students struggle with the small number of sources that are available.

If you were interested in examining some recent research articles about health psychology in children, you might consult which of the following psychological journals first?

Journal of Pediatric Psychology

Your reading points out the inevitable personal sacrifice you will endure as you face the amount of time and commitment required to pursue your graduate studies. You are offered all of the following pieces of advice to be successful during this challenging time EXCEPT:

Learn to live on less sleep, so you can maximize your time and productivity

Which of the following is TRUE of advertising and promotions managers?

Many people begin at lower level positions and are promoted.

For neuropsychologists with strong interests in the neurosciences, employment opportunities can be found in many government agencies. A doctoral student whose research focused on stroke rehabilitation issues should most likely contact which of the following government agencies for related job opportunities?

NINDS

Consistently over time, research experience enjoys a place at the top in terms of its importance of determining which students are admitted to graduate programs. If you intend to obtain research experience as an undergraduate, beware of doing so too late. Research takes time and most (doctoral) applications are due in _____ for admission the following Fall semester.

November and December

The Black Box where All PSY 301 students should drop off assignments and projects specified for the Black Box is located in the:

SRR

All of the following name actual journals in psychology. Most of them reflect the second future trend identified by Dr. Richard Petty. Which one does NOT?

Sex Roles

In which room in PRO would you find course syllabi?

Student Resources Room (SRR)

A study by Kleykamp, Jennings, Sams, Weaver, and Eissenberg (2008) investigated the effectiveness of nicotine patches in helping individuals stop smoking. Which of the following accurately describes one finding from this biopsychological study?

Symptoms that smokers experience when they do not smoke are only partially based on nicotine withdrawal.

The California Supreme Court case which changed the way therapists view absolute confidentiality during therapy was: (BB

Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California

Which group of psychology courses are open to Psychology majors only? (Meaning you must be declared as a psychology major to take these courses)

The 400 level courses

The US study that demonstrated abuse of research and prompted the establishment of the National Commission for the Protection of Human Subjects of Biomedical and Behavioral Research in 1974 was called: (BB)

The Tuskegee Study

The major difference between the principles and the standards of the APA Code of Ethics is: (BB)

The principles are aspirational while the standards provide specific guidance and are enforceable.

A psychologist is conducting research on stress and forced-choice. Specifically a psychologist is using a cat as a subject in a study assessing the effects of sleep deprivation and hunger on decision-making. The research has been approved by the animal review committee. A colleague notices that the cat is suffering some mild discomfort and warns the researcher that this is a violation of APA's Ethical Principles.

The psychologist is acting ethically since the cat's mild discomfort is justified by the potential elimination of human discomfort that the research findings will provide

You are involved in a multicenter trial on gender and computer usage. The researcher you are working with from Florida has written a consent document and is sending you a copy. (BB and APA)

You need to generate a consent document and have it reviewed and approved by your own university IRB.

A psychlogist had been providing treatment to a man with a cocaine dependency for about two months. The patient stopped showing up for appointments and treatment was interrupted. After a few weeks, the therapist tried to contact the patient, but all attempts were unsuccessful. Although the patient had made partial payments, $500 was still owed to the therapist and there was no insurance coverage. About one year later the therapist received an urgent call from a psychiatrist at the emergency room of the local county hospital. The patient had been admitted with an overdose and was unconscious. The patient had little identifying information on him except for an appointment card with the former psychologist's name on it. The psychiatrist thought it might be useful to learn some background information and requested the release of some information from the psychologist. When the patient stopped coming (Check all that apply) (APA).

The therapist was correct in attempting to contact the patient because of his concern for treatment continuity.

Which of the following is true of the new GRE test format?

There are real-life and data interpretation questions.

Academic/Career Planning Assignment

This written assignment must be submitted to earn an A or B in the course.

Which statement below is TRUE regarding the cost of faculty members' research activities?

Trips to conferences to present research findings are often required as part of a faculty member's job, although the faculty member often needs to have won a grant to pay for trips to professional conferences.

All courses take at a Community or Junior College are considered lower division. Lower division community college courses CANNOT be used for upper division (300 level or above) CSULB courses. You can check Assist.org or in the Psychology Major Handbook for transfer equivalents at CSULB.

True

Because all psychologists are trained in how to design research, gather data, and analyze results, research-based careers occur in every subfield of the discipline, including clinical and counseling psychology.

True

If you need help getting course credit for a course taken at another school, you must obtain a request form from ATLAS (in PH1 room 104).

True

It is necessary to earn at least 135 points on the major project in order to get a C in the class, even if you have enough overall points to get a C (or better) grade.

True

Once you have met the requirements to declare the major, you must visit ATLAS to declare the psychology major.

True

The Psychology Department has over 1500 psychology majors/minors.

True

When submitting more than one assignment to the Black Box at the same time, staple each assignment separately (In other words, never staple TWO or more assignments to each other. If you staple two assignments together, you will NOT get credit for the second assignment.)

True

You should post your PSY 301 Assignment Schedule somewhere you can see it every day.

True

Taking into account both clinical and research-oriented forensic psychology graduate programs, the data from Helms (2008) suggests _____ as the best choice.

University of Nebraska - Lincoln

There are two basic types of graduate programs in clinical and counseling psychology: university-based (e.g., psychology departments at universities) and professional school programs (institutions that are largely independent from universities). Potential students need to understand how they differ, in order to select an appropriate graduate program. Which of the following statements about the differences between these two kinds of programs is TRUE?

University-based programs largely grant PhD degrees (meaning doctoral students here do significant research), while professional school programs grant PsyD degrees.

____________ is a job title for someone who collects and analyzes data to identify community needs prior to implementing programs designed to increase awareness and knowledge of healthy lifestyles.

Wellness specialist

As a subfield of psychology, I/O psychology is primarily interested in all of the following topics EXCEPT:

What aspects of a salesperson's behavior influences the customer's decisions the most?

Which of the following e-mail addresses is most appropriate for inclusion on a resume?

[email protected]

Which of the following should be your primary goal regarding the information contained in your letters of recommendation for graduate school applications?

You should ensure that all information requested by the program from recommenders is covered across the combination of your letters.

ALL of the following are consequences of attending an unaccredited program in clinical or counseling psychology EXCEPT:

a disqualification for becoming a professional member of APA

When the APA recognized sport psychology as a proficiency area in 2003, it identified the populations and groups that would be served by sport psychologists. According to the proficiency designation, those served by this profession would best be described as:

a full range of sports participants as well as those not directly participating (families, coaches, administrators, officials)

To receive licensure as a clinical or counseling psychologist, all states require:

a passing score on the national licensing exam, the Examination for Professional Practice of Psychology (EPPP)

Professional activities for faculty in academic positions vary considerably based on the setting. For instance, most 4-year colleges and almost all universities expect:

a portion of the professor's time will be devoted to research activities

Letters of recommendation are one of the MOST important criteria used by graduate school admissions committees to evaluate candidates. Part of your success with letters of recommendation is your responsibility to ask the right people for letters. Of the following, the best choice for letters of recommendation is: Question

a psychology professor with whom you have taken multiple upper-division courses and done well, and who knows your academic work

College professors rely heavily on ______ as the primary organizing element of a course.

a syllabus

Your text profiles Dr. Russell Johnson, an I/O psychologist and associate professor of management at Michigan State University. Dr. Johnson describes a major benefit of pursuing an I/O degree such that doctoral graduates in I/O enjoy:

a wide variety of employment opportunities in business, government, or academic settings

Why go to graduate school? One reason is that you will learn a great deal more in graduate school than just the specialized information in your discipline. Salazar and Frincke (2005) note 15 skills that are improved in graduate school, regardless of the field of study. Which of the following is NOT one of those skills?

ability to remove ambiguity from complex ideas

How much time should you plan on spending on 301 work each week?

about 6 to 8 hours per week

A Curriculum Vitae is a(n):

academic resume.

According to 2011 data from the American Psychological Association, educational psychologists most often find employment in:

academic settings

Dr. Stewart is given a research idea by a colleague in a conversation. He goes ahead and does a study to follow-up on the idea. To be consistent with the APA guideline 8.12, it would be best for Dr. Stewart to:

acknowledge his colleague's part by footnote or an introductory statement.

The best way to find internships and other out-of-class experiences is to:

actively seek them out on your own

The single biggest issue that school psychologists focus on is:

addressing students' special needs such as physical, emotional, and learning disabilities

Training and development specialists perform all of the following jobs EXCEPT:

administering compensation, benefits, safety, and recreational programs for employees

You must file a request to graduate (using the form found online at the enrollment services website):

after 90 units and before the enrollment services deadline for your semester of graduation

Regarding letters of recommendation for graduate applications, it is preferred to have:

all three from psychology professors, at least two with whom you've done research

A student participant in a research project involving matched pairs decides to withdraw from the research. The experimenter stresses the importance of the student's data to the study, but the student refuses to continue to participate. The experimenter should: (APA)

allow the student to withdraw from the study

A description that might best capture the nature of the work schedule of faculty is that the professorial work schedule:

allows flexibility but requires self-motivation

PRO Guides take PSY 406 (for class credit) and serve as PRO Guides for:

an academic year.

One study investigated how graduate programs view different kinds of undergraduateresearch experiences (Kaiser, Kaiser, Richardson, & Fox, 2007). This study found that graduate programs do not value all research experiences equally. In particular, their survey found that the most important undergraduate research experience involves

being a coauthor on a publication and/or presenting the work at a professional conference

A study investigating long-term effects of stress on the body would most likely be conducted by a __________ researcher.

biopsychological

Your reading describes the careers of probation officer and correctional treatment specialist as:

both stressful and rewarding

According to APA (2011) data, I/O psychologists with doctoral degrees are most frequently employed in which of the following ways?

business, organization, or government settings

Assignments to be submitted to the Black Box in the Psychology Resource Office (PRO - in room PSY 206D) are due:

by 3 pm of the due date

A good starting point for beginning to develop career goals is to identify and prioritize your:

career-relevant abilities

One of the most helpful strategies you can undertake to ensure your success in and progression through the psychology major is to:

carefully plan how you will go about completing your degree requirements

Students who gravitate to psychology believing it to be a relatively easy route to a bachelor's degree often:

caught off guard by the academic rigor of the major

Forensic psychologists contribute to the discipline and the legal system in four main ways (listed below). Which of these four main areas is the largest within forensic psychology?

clinical practice

Regarding the second future trend noted by Dr. Richard Petty, which of the following most likely represents the future of the subfields in psychology?

cognitive department

As noted in your text, it is never appropriate for a person with only a BA degree in psychology to offer applied psychological services to another person (even friends and family). However, if you'd like to use your bachelor's degree working in jobs that tap into aspects of clinical and couseling psychology, your best bet for maximizing your salary would be a position as a:

community and social services specialist

A faculty member holding a position as an editor of a professional journal is considered:

community-based professional service

To help the court determine if a defendant is able to understand the charges, the legal issues and procedures in a case as well as possible penalties, a forensic psychologist would administer a:

competency to be adjudicated assessment

The I/O psychologist who is most likely to travel to where there is demand for their services and is retained to help a company deal with a specific issue is a(n):

consultant

A middle-aged gentlemen has just experienced a tragic death of a family member. Since then, he has been showing a few signs of depression, and the depression is worsened by daily stress of his job and events that remind him of the death. Although he might benefit from either psychotherapy or counseling, which approach is most appropriate in his case?

counseling

Many graduate programs in the I/O psychology subfield place emphasis on:

coursework, research or applied endeavors, and internship experiences

Recently, increased interest in master's level training options for I/O psychology caused the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP) to:

create guidelines for skills and content areas for master's programs

Multisystematic therapy would be classified under the applied area of:

criminal forensic psychology treatment

Questions or comments should be sent to:

[email protected]

For internships, field practica, and psychology related work experiences to carry weight in graduate school admissions, your experiences must be:

structured and supervised

Graduates with bachelor's degrees who are interested in the research subfields often find rewarding work as a research assistant for institutions or private companies. Their responsibilities usually include all of the following EXCEPT:

designing the purpose and methods of research projects

Because of its interests in topics such as attention, perception, memory, reasoning, and language, cognitive psychology has recently:

developed more connections to other disciplines, such as education and computer science

Intervention, one of the core professional activities of neuropsychologists, would include the responsibility of:

developing rehabilitative programs for individuals who suffered a traumatic brain injury

Dr. Balaban from Eastern Oregon University describes the process of research. As an undergraduate research assistant, you would be LEAST likely to gain expertise in which of the following skills:

developing your own research studies

If a therapy client is dissatisfied with some aspect of therapy, the first thing which could be done (though it may be very difficult) to bring about a change is:(Another way of phrasing this question is to ask which means of client protest would be first in the ordering of choices.) (BB)

direct appeal to therapist

Which educational administrator position has the lowest median salary?

director of student activities

The research-intensive nature of the graduate training in the research subfields allows doctoral programs in these areas to offer students substantial financial support. Typically, these doctoral students:

do not pay tuition and are paid to do research or teach

The American Psychological Association (APA) offers accreditation for:

doctoral programs in clinical and counseling psychology

Galli (2013) recommends that undergraduate students who wish to pursue graduate study in exercise and sport psychology should:

double major in psychology and exercise science

This document is a graph depicting median weekly salaries and rates of unemployment across persons of various education levels (Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2014). A college education should be valuable to you in many ways, but certainly one practical value of it can be measured in terms of financial gain. The 2014 graph shows that, as compared to a high school graduate, a college graduate with a bachelor's degree:

earns, on average, $433 more per week and is about half as likely to be unemployed

According to the National Science Foundation's 2008 National Survey of Recent College Graduates, recent recipients of bachelor's degrees in psychology were overwhelmingly:

employed in business/private industry

Regarding the graduate programs to which you actually decide to apply, your text recommends that half of your applications should be to programs where you ____ the statistics of their recent admissions.

exceed

When gaining informed consent from research participants, one must consider each of the following EXCEPT: (BB)

experience of participants in prior research

Although fewer in number than doctoral programs, master's programs exist in the research subfields, the largest number in:

experimental

Although both documents matter, the resume is clearly more important than the cover letter.

false

Background Information: Postdoctoral training occurs immediately after finishing a doctoral program. It often involves developing independent research while sharing the laboratory facilities of an established faculty member. A typical "postdoc" position lasts a few years. According to your text, indicate if the following statement is true or false: Over half of all new graduates in psychology subfields immediately pursue postdoctoral training (APA, 2011).

false

Because of their potential for educational benefits, most graduate programs rate community service and extracurricular activities highly when evaluating graduate school applicants.

false

Forensic psychology programs train students in criminal profiling.

false

Given that most graduates with psychology doctorates pursue academic careers, most doctoral programs include formal training in teaching skills.

false

Given that students actually accepted to graduate programs have quite high GPAs, if you are planning to apply to graduate school, it is a good strategy to take a few "fluff" courses to raise your own GPA.

false

Graduate admissions committees do not consider laboratory-based courses in departments outside of psychology (e.g., natural or biological sciences) as helpful to your undergraduate training in psychological methods and theory.

false

Graduate admissions committees primarily consider only psychology (major) coursework when analyzing your transcripts during the application process.

false

In general, professors love to interact with students, and so it is to your benefit to be the student who professors remember as being the one that required tons of attention

false

Most universities will hire their own doctoral graduates for faculty positions.

false

Once a research project is completed, in addition to being submitted as a possible presentation at a conference, the paper/article is often submitted for publication in a peer-reviewed journal. Most papers/articles submitted are accepted for publication.

false

Research shows there is strong positive correlation between hours spent studying and grades earned (i.e., studying longer results in better grades).

false

The American Psychological Association (APA) evaluates and provides training standards for master's level programs in school psychology.

false

The field of exercise and sport psychology is exclusively applied to athletes.

false

The first step for organizing a literature review paper is to begin to identify and locate potential sources of information.

false

The space allowed for answers on the template indicates the expected length of the answers that you should provide for each question.

false

When you "retake" a course for a higher grade, only the grade you receive the second time is included in your GPA (i.e., the original grade does NOT affect your GPA any longer).

false

You should submit the detailed project instructions with your answers to the project questions.

false

The subfield of health psychology envisions a very bright future that is full of positive contributions to our everyday lives. Future challenges for the subfield include all of the following EXCEPT:

finding cures for five major diseases that are currently the leading causes of death

Studies also reveal that the therapists who have sexual relationships with current therapy clients are generally: (BB)

found across all theoretical orientations and levels of training

If you want prompt (within 48 hours) feedback to a question submitted via email, you should send it:

from Monday morning to Thursday noon

I/O psychologists' careers are dependent upon more than just their performance in their positions. Your text discusses how their employment is affected by all of the following factors EXCEPT:

from which university the I/O psychologist obtained their graduate degree

School psychologists engage in program evaluations in situations where:

gathering information about an academic program will help serve individual students

Developmental psychologists view development from a ______ perspective.

global

Perhaps the best advice regarding graduate school interviews is to:

go, if you're invited

After the due date/time, you can only review quizzes you had taken before the due date. You review past quizzes by:

going to the quiz on the Quizzes tab on BeachBoard and clicking on Submissions

One of the early steps to selecting a graduate program that is right for you is to do a comprehensive search of available programs. Your reading recommends all of the following as excellent resources EXCEPT:

gradschools.com

Clinical and counseling psychologists' theoretical orientation in their practice is likely to be heavily influenced by their:

graduate program

In our explanation of how ATLAS and PRO work in tandem to prepare you for your professional life, your "middle step" is:

graduation

The primary goal of graduate training in experimental, developmental, social, cognitive, and biopsychology is to ensure that all graduates:

have the knowledge and skills to conduct their own independent research

Developing meaningful life goals is dependent upon:

having accurate knowledge of yourself

Two of the fastest growing subfields in psychology in terms of career outlook are: (CHECK TWO BELOW)

health neuropsychology

For which of the following neuropsychology related careers available to individuals with a bachelor's degree would you expect to earn the highest median salary?

health educator

The U.S. Department of Labor (2014) ranks I/O psychologists as the ______ wage earners of all the psychology subfields.

highest

When developing career goals, it is important to have the mindset that dramatic changes can and often do occur in the job market. In considering the data in your text, it can be seen that the profession of _____ experienced a dramatic increase over the past decade, while careers as ______ have experienced a substantial decrease during the same time frame.

home health aides; computer programmers

The ethical rules governing public statements are: (Multi)

subject to change with professional shifts in what is considered improper

Because law enforcement personnel and psychologists can have very different worldviews, tension exists in the relationship between psychology and the legal system. However, psychologists' involvement in the legal system is highly valued because psychologists:

offer expert opinions based on scientific research findings

The interview process for a faculty position:

often requires a course lecture and a research presentation

Instructions for Extra Credit can be found:

on BeachBoard, under Content, then Extra Credit.

According to APA, it is acceptable for therapists to have sexual relations with former clients __________: (BB and APA)

only in the most unusual circumstances and only after two years

The academic environment of college classrooms requires that you are:

open and tolerant of diverse points of view

Which of the following best describes the appropriate level of detail for answering many of the questions for the major project?

paragraphs

There is a sizable body of research to show that improved academic performance is related to taking notes:

particularly when students add their own ideas

This term is used to describe activities that involve providing direct services to patients.

practice

To prepare for a job interview, you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

practice interviewing with friends who will provide you with positive feedback

A bachelor's degree in psychology can be viewed as either a liberal arts degree, where you develop a set of core skills and general knowledge that can be applied to a wide array of job settings and opportunities or as a ____ degree, where it is the stepping stone on your way to graduate education (MA, PhD, PsyD, MD, etc.).

preprofessional

Experts warn students developing graduate application materials to not misinterpret the "personal" nature of required statements of purpose. They recommend that personal should not in any way be construed as ____, rather it should instead be defined as your ____ statement of purpose.

private; professional

In all settings where research psychologists work (academic, government, and private sector), research careers will carry specific expectations for:

productivity

The Houston Conference Report specified a knowledge base required for specialization in clinical neuropsychology that included all of the following areas EXCEPT:

professional psychology

Your text provides a profile about Dr. William Pfohl, a professor at Western Kentucky University and someone who has had a very successful career in school psychology. In reading his biography, you learn to appreciate that school psychology is a profession where:

professionals enjoy a hands-on career working with real people in real settings

For those of you interested in careers involving applied work, a substantial asset will likely continue to be:

proficiency in multiple languages

Finally, one more tip for succeeding in the psychology major - get involved! There are often guest speakers, events, and meetings of organizations, for example __ __, the International Honor Society in Psychology.

psi chi

There are many options for working with a bachelor's degree in areas related to clinical or counseling psychology. Of the following, if you are interested in working in a treatment facility AND interested in maximizing your salary, you should apply for jobs as a:

psychiatric technician

If you'd like to prepare for graduate training in school psychology, you should concentrate on and excel in undergraduate courses in development, research, and education as well as:

psychological testing and diversity

Doctoral students complete dissertations - extensive independent research projects that take the last few years of graduate school to write and revise. The dissertation process begins with a formal proposal and culminates in a formal defense, both of which occur in front of an expert faculty committee. Thus, to do these two parts of the process, you should feel comfortable with:

public speaking

Throughout your career as a psychologist, whether you are research- or practice-oriented, you will be expected to contribute your knowledge to the field by:

publishing your findings

You will face academic challenges in your psychology major that, if you successfully overcome them, make your academic work worthy of a degree in a field. Of all your choices for how you might respond to these challenges, we hope you aspire to overcome them by:

putting forth effort to meet these challenges and, in so doing, acquire valuable skills and knowledge that represent a psychology degree

A good way for you to gain additional understanding of careers in research within psychology is to _______.

read the research literature

One of the most significant professional accomplishments of Dr. Chris Dunkel Schetter, a professor of psychology at UCLA, is:

receiving APA's Senior Investigator Award for Outstanding Contributions to Health Psychology

An explanatory style refers to your beliefs about what causes the positive and negative events in your life. A student with an internal locus of control would likely explain a poor grade she received on a written assignment by:

recognizing her own shortcomings in preparing the paper

A VA Hospital psychologist is ordered to discharge 20% of the chronic patients on his ward each day to help the hospital economize. According to standard 1.02, he should: (APA and Links)

refuse to comply and work within the organizational structure to have the order rescinded.

All of the following are included in the 3Rs of moderate animal reform groups except: (BB)

removal of animals from all research

Evaluating the effectiveness of a stress reduction program for gymnasts is an example of which type of exercise and sport psychology service?

research

Table 4.1 shows the importance of various criteria in admissions decisions for master's and doctoral programs. Which of the following criteria was most clearly rated as having medium importance?

research experience for master's candidates

Trial consultants assist with jury selection as well as case development and strategies. Which of the following undergraduate classes provide excellent preparation for the skills needed by these particular forensic psychologists?

research methods and applied statistics

Human resource managers are often called upon to assist with:

resolving work-related conflicts, particularly between management and employees

Regarding graduate degrees, expansion in career areas in the field has differed across master's and doctoral levels. In particular, between 1990 and 2010, the number of master's degrees granted in psychology _____________, while the number of doctoral degrees ____________.

rose 121%; rose 49%

If you are interested in working in areas related to I/O psychology with a bachelor's degree, it would be most lucrative (profitable) for you to pursue positions as a(n):

sales manager

Students completing clinical, counseling and school doctoral programs will need to pass the national exam (the EPPP) to be licensed. To evaluate graduate programs based on their students' success for licensure, it is best to:

see where students tend to pass the EPPP on the first try

A psychologist in private practice going through a difficult divorce finds himself drinking heavily and getting depressed. He would be well to: (APA)

seek professional consultation and consider suspending his practice until he has resolved his issues.

Appleby (2000) developed an additional survey geared specifically for employers who interview many psychology majors. According to these employers who interview many psychology BA graduates, the top five job skills they value most include all of the following EXCEPT: Question options:

self-management skills

If a student discovers that no credit has been received for work that was submitted, the student should:

send an email message to [email protected] within ONE week of the due date or grade posting.

According to the research on time management, _____ appears to play an important role in working efficiently (Strickland & Galimba, 2001).

setting personal goals

To keep up with all information and assignments in the course it is suggested that you check BeachBoard News announcements and email:

several times per week including a Monday and Tuesday

Through the years, one of the most frequent areas of complaint to professional ethics committees involves: (APA)

sexual improprieties by therapists

According to data from O*NET (2014), the #1 factor that influences the nature of the work for psychology professors is:

significant use of electronic mail

There are a variety of jobs in areas related to neuropsychology that are available to individuals with a bachelor's degree. In which one of them from the list below would you be LEAST LIKELY to work directly with patients?

social science research assistant

As a graduate student, you might face times when you have to study intensely just to make a B, while other students seem comfortable in areas you haven't begun to grasp. What you need to know when this happens is that:

this is a natural part of being in a competitive program, and you should approach it as a challenge

Currently (as of 2014), the Psychology Subject Test of the GRE is offered:

three times per year (Apr, Sep, Oct)

This Getting In chapter suggests that, to be successful in graduate school, the most crucial skills of all might be:

time management

I/O psychologists assist in company hiring decisions by designing methods to select new hires (personnel) for the company. Which of the following is NOT an example of an assessment component of the personnel selection process of I/O psychology?

training measures

All of the following are places to find Volunteer opportunities: at PRO (in the Career Resource Room), at SLD (Student Life and Development), and at ASI (Associated Students, Inc.).

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Almost every college student at some point procrastinates, and over half of them engage in systematic procrastination that leads to academic problems.

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Animal rights supporters have succeeded in improving the living conditions of laboratory animals. (BB)

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Because psychology is such a broad and varied discipline, individuals with widely differing life interests and preferences can find that pursuing an education in psychology matches with their life goals.

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Even though undergraduate psychology programs do not prepare students to earn a teaching certification, many school districts allow individuals to teach while they work to earn their certification.

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The Jobs with a Psychology BA project is the "default" project because everyone will likely apply for a job in the future but not everyone meets minimum requirements for graduate school admission.

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To decide which kinds of employment positions you should seek, it is advisable to be guided by your values and how you really are, not how you think you "should" be.

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To enroll in PSY 499 (Independent Study), you must have a faculty member who agrees to supervise your work as a research assistant.

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To ensure you find a doctoral program that fits your interests, it is appropriate to ask programs the percentages of your training that will be devoted to practice versus research.

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While PRO guides can recommend which courses might be most useful for graduate school or an intended career, only ATLAS advisers should tell you which courses you need for graduation.

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With decreased time spent in the class, professors are less available than your teachers were in high school, but professors form very strong mentoring relationships with outstanding students who show interest in working with them on their research or teaching.

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You can submit an assignment to the Black Box at any date or time when PRO is open, as long as it is before the due date and time. For example, you could submit an assignment one, two, three (or more) days before the assignment's due date. (Assignments become available 3 weeks before they are due).

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You must complete all sections of the Graduate School Project or the Jobs with BA Project (including ON TIME submissions to the Black Box and BeachBoard Dropbox) to earn an A, B, or C in PSY 301.

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To be well informed about the career outlook of the field, you have to be aware of areas of weakness within the field of psychology. All of the following are identified in your text as areas of concern EXCEPT:

undergraduate degrees in psychology are stereotyped as ones that don't "lead" directly to a specific job/career

According to the APA Ethics Code, confidentiality of communication with a patient could ethically be broken:

when the patient reveals that she/he is intending to harm someone else during the course of treatment