lecture 1 Flashcards
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Psychology
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the scientific study of the causes of behavior
2
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Behavior
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overt action and reaction (objectively observable)
3
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Basic psychology
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using the scientific method to gain knowledge about topics in psychology (to satisfy, curiosity, and learn more)
4
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Applied psychology
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using knowledge to solve and prevent human problems
5
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I/O
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Industrial/organizational psychologists; helping businesses/companies function more efficiently
6
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“Rule” of thirds
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1- clinical, 2- academics, 3- administration in organizations
