Chapter 1 Mind, Behavior, And Psychological Sciences Flashcards
What is the main goal of psychological research?
To predict and in some cases control behavior
What is the definition of psychology?
The scientific study of behavior and mental processes
What is desirable in psychological research?
Systemic manipulation of the variables present
What is the main reason that the results of the research study published?
So other researchers can try to replicate the work
Why does the placebo effect work?
Because participants believe in the power of the placebo
What is the purpose of a double-blind procedure?
To eliminate experimenter bias
A prediction of how to or more variables are likely to be related is called a?
Hypothesis
Why would other scientist want to replicate an experiment that has already been done?
To ensure that the phenomenon understudy is real and reliable
The amygdala of the brain is an area that processes
Emotion
