PSYC 100: Quiz 1
The cognitive revolution created an impetus for psychologists to focus their attention on better understanding ________.
the mind and mental processes that underlie behavior
The empirical method of study is based on ________.
observation of phenomena.
Edmund wants to identify relatively consistent patterns of thought and behavior, measure these traits, and determine how these traits interact in a particular context to determine how a person will behave in any given situation. Edmund wants to conduct research in the area of ________.
personality
Which of the following choices refers to a broad explanation or group of explanations for some aspect of the natural world that is consistently supported by evidence over time?
scientific theory
Oona wants to conduct research on personnel management, workplace environment, and what type of environment results in high levels of employee productivity and efficiency. Oona should conduct research in the area of ________ psychology.
industrial-organizational
A series of dots arranged in the shape of a face will be perceived as a face, not a series of dots. A psychologist studying this phenomenon is applying the principals of ________.
Gestalt psychology
Which of the following is a common requirement of a PhD across different schools and/or countries?
A dissertation
Which choice is an accurate definition of a hypothesis?
A tentative explanation
Which of the following exemplifies the unconditional positive regard component of client-centered therapy?
Abby tells her therapist that she tripped a small child who got in her way, and her therapist accepts this information without judgment.
Which of the following exemplifies the empirical method?
Dr. Sarkeesian observes and records how watching cartoons influences heart rates.
In the study of personality, the ________ model includes different traits that are believed to underlie each individual's basic tendencies
Five Factor
Who was the first African American to receive a PhD in psychology in the United States?
Francis Cecil Sumner
Which perspective within psychology that emphasizes the potential for good that is innate to all humans.
Humanism
Which famous female psychologist completed all of the requirements for a doctorate in psychology but was denied that degree because of her sex?
Mary Whiton Calkins
In developmental psychology, there is an increasing interest in researching cognitive changes that occur later in life. Why?
Populations of developed nations are living longer.
Which of the following is a criticism of structuralism?
The process was highly subjective.
Which of the following is one of the reasons that Gestalt psychology did not become more popular in the United States?
The rise of behaviorism overshadowed Gestalt psychology.
What should be changed to make the following statement true? Jean Piaget is famous for his theories regarding changes in emotional ability that occur as we move from infancy to adulthood.
The word "emotional" should be changed to the word "cognitive."
Penelope studies how the structure and function of the nervous system is related to behavior. She is a ________.
biopsychologist
When studying personality traits, someone who is hardworking, dependable, and organized will score high on the ________ trait.
conscientiousness
Lucy wants to study changes in physical attributes, cognitive skills, moral reasoning, and social behavior across the lifespan. Lucy should specialize in ________ psychology.
developmental
Which of the following is an example of an objective measure used by functionalists?
examination of anatomy and physiology
Which of the following is not part of feminist psychology?
favoring women over men
Which kind of psychologist would be consulted in jury selection and witness preparation?
forensic
Guillermo spends some time each day applying the principles of structuralism to examine his own conscious experience as carefully as possible. Guillermo is engaged in ________.
introspection
Dr. Singh has just completed her PhD program and is now applying for a year-long program at a nationally-recognized hospital. If accepted, she will greatly advance her knowledge of behavioral neuroscience. Dr. Singh is applying for a(n) ________ training program.
postdoctoral
Psychology refers to the ________.
scientific study of the mind and behavior.
Functionalist psychologists focus on the function of behavior and ________.
the operation of the whole mind rather than the individual parts
Introspection refers to a process by which someone examines ________ as objectively as possible.
their own conscious experience
Cognitive psychology focuses on studying ________.
thoughts and their relationship to our experiences and our actions
Which of the following is an example of research someone might conduct in the area of health psychology?
whether people working at a desk are more likely to be obese
