psych exam one

Gestalt psychology

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 principles of ________.

study the function of behavior

According to William James, the purpose of psychology was to ________.

a person's unconscious mind

Psychoanalytic theory focuses on ________ and early childhood experiences.

social psychology

Susan wants to study prejudice, attraction, how we explain our own behavior versus how we explain the behavior of others, and how we resolve interpersonal conflicts. Susan should conduct research in the area of ________.

scientific theory

Which of the following refers to a broad explanation or group of explanations for some aspect of the natural world that is consistently supported by evidence over time?

how emotional responses influence behavior while deemphasizing the importance of the subconscious

Behaviorism focuses on making psychology an objective science by studying ________.

perceivable and measurable

For a scientific explanation to be testable, it must also be ________.

the operation of the whole mind rather than the individual parts

Functionalist psychologists focus on the function of behavior and ________.

conscientiousness

When studying personality traits, someone who is hardworking, dependable, and organized will score high on the ________ trait.

agreeableness

When studying personality traits, someone who is helpful, trusting, and empathetic will score high on the ________ trait

Openness

When studying personality traits, someone who is practical, conventional, and prefers routine will score low on the ________ trait.

forensic

Which kind of psychologist would be consulted in jury selection and witness preparation?