Overview Of Psychology Flashcards
Psychologists are members of what society?
APS Australian Psychological Society
What are the goals of psychology?
To: Observe Describe Modify Predict Understand
Psychology is the study of_________?
Thoughts, feelings and Behavior
A counseling psychologist works with________?
Personal issues
An educational psychologist works with________?
Learning issues
A sports psychologist works with________?
Motivation and performance issues
A clinical psychologist works with________?
Mental disorders
An industrial psychologist works with________?
Work related issues
What makes a psychiatrist different to a psychologist
A psychiatrist studies for 10-11 years, a psychologist for 6
A psychiatrist is specialized
A psychiatrist can prescribe drugs and prescriptions, a psychologist can not
Define Empirical research
Experimental research
What are the ethical guidelines?
Informed consent
Debriefing
Withdrawal rights
Confidentiality
How many years of study does being a psychologist require?
Six
[four years of study, two of placement]
