Definition of psychology Flashcards
What is the primary focus of psychology?
The systematic study of behavior and mental processes.
True or False: Psychology is considered a science.
True.
Fill in the blank: Psychology differs from astrology in that it is an _______ study.
objective.
What distinguishes psychology from divination?
Psychology is based on empirical research and systematic methods.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key method used in psychology? A) Fortune telling B) Scientific experimentation C) Astrology D) Palmistry
B) Scientific experimentation.
What type of approach does psychology employ?
A systematic and scientific approach.
Define psychology.
The scientific study of the mind and behavior.
True or False: Palmistry is a scientifically validated method of understanding human behavior.
False.
Fill in the blank: The study of psychology includes both _______ and _______ aspects.
theoretical; applied.
What is one major goal of psychology?
To understand and predict behavior.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a subfield of psychology? A) Clinical psychology B) Cognitive psychology C) Astrological psychology D) Developmental psychology
C) Astrological psychology.
What are empirical methods in psychology?
Techniques that rely on observation and experimentation.
True or False: Psychology can provide insights into mental health disorders.
True.
What is the importance of research in psychology?
It helps to validate theories and improve understanding of behavior.
Fill in the blank: Psychology aims to develop interventions based on _______ findings.
scientific.
Multiple Choice: Which concept is central to psychology? A) Superstition B) Scientific method C) Intuition D) Mysticism
B) Scientific method.
What is one of the methods psychologists use to gather data?
Surveys and questionnaires.
True or False: Astrology provides a scientific basis for understanding personality.
False.
What role does observation play in psychology?
It is crucial for collecting data on behavior.
Fill in the blank: Psychological theories must be _______ through research.
tested.
What is one application of psychology in everyday life?
Improving mental health and well-being.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is an example of a psychological phenomenon? A) Horoscopes B) Cognitive dissonance C) Fortune cookies D) Tarot cards
B) Cognitive dissonance.
What does the term ‘behavior’ refer to in psychology?
Observable actions and responses.
True or False: Psychology can help in understanding group dynamics.
True.
