Chapter 1-2

Question 1

Definition of psychology

Answer 1

the scientific study of behavior

Question 2

Where do psychologist work?

Answer 2

Hospitals, mental health clinics, private practice, non-profit originations, businesses, government, universities etc.

Question 3

What are the 4 rules for picking a major?

Answer 3

1. Take an active role in picking your major.
2. Your major doesn’t determine your career.
   3.Career planning persists throughout life
3. learn about your life

Question 4

What are the tips for sucess?

Answer 4

Get to know the professors, do research, seek internships, round out your education, do extracurriculars, get work experience,

Question 5

What skills do you get from psychology?

Answer 5

Knowledge of human behavior, critical thinking, communication and presentation skills, information Aquisition and synthesis skills, research and statistical skills, adaptability, and literacy

Question 6

Benefits to obtaining research experience

Answer 6

helpful when trying to get into graduate school

Question 7

What is psychological literacy?

Answer 7

basic knowledge of psychology and application to everyday settings but also useful transferable skills

Question 8

How long does it take to attain a masters degree?

Answer 8

2 years after a bachelors degree

Question 9

How long does it take to attain a bachelors degree

Answer 9

4 years

Question 10

How long does it take to attain a doctoral degree

Answer 10

5-7 years

Question 11

Are therapeutic outcomes different for those trained at the master’s level vs the doctoral level?

Answer 11

no