Psychology

Question 1

What is psychology?

Answer 1

The scientific study of behavior and mental processes.

Question 2

True or False: Psychology only studies human behavior.

Answer 2

False.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The __________ perspective focuses on the biological underpinnings of behavior.

Answer 3

biological

Question 4

What are the four main goals of psychology?

Answer 4

Describe, explain, predict, and control behavior.

Question 5

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a subfield of psychology? A) Clinical B) Cognitive C) Quantum D) Developmental

Answer 5

C) Quantum

Question 6

What is the difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

Answer 6

A psychologist provides therapy and counseling, while a psychiatrist can prescribe medication.

Question 7

True or False: The scientific method is not used in psychology.

Answer 7

False.

Question 8

Fill in the blank: __________ is a method of gathering information through direct observation.

Answer 8

Observation

Question 9

What is a hypothesis?

Answer 9

A testable prediction about the relationship between two or more variables.

Question 10

Multiple Choice: Which research method involves manipulating variables to determine cause and effect? A) Case study B) Survey C) Experiment D) Observation

Answer 10

C) Experiment

Question 11

What is the role of ethics in psychological research?

Answer 11

To ensure the safety and well-being of participants.

Question 12

True or False: Correlation implies causation.

Answer 12

False.

Question 13

Fill in the blank: __________ is the variable that is manipulated in an experiment.

Answer 13

Independent variable

Question 14

What is the purpose of a control group?

Answer 14

To serve as a baseline for comparison with the experimental group.

Question 15

Multiple Choice: Who is known as the father of psychoanalysis? A) B.F. Skinner B) Sigmund Freud C) Carl Rogers D) Albert Bandura

Answer 15

B) Sigmund Freud

Question 16

What is operant conditioning?

Answer 16

A learning process through which the strength of a behavior is modified by reinforcement or punishment.

Question 17

True or False: Classical conditioning involves learning through association.

Answer 17

True.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: __________ refers to the mental processes involved in gaining knowledge and comprehension.

Answer 18

Cognition

Question 19

What is the main focus of humanistic psychology?

Answer 19

Personal growth and self-actualization.

Question 20

Multiple Choice: Which psychologist is associated with the hierarchy of needs? A) Abraham Maslow B) Carl Jung C) Erik Erikson D) Ivan Pavlov

Answer 20

A) Abraham Maslow

Question 21

What is the primary focus of developmental psychology?

Answer 21

The study of how people grow and change throughout their lifespan.

Question 22

True or False: The nature vs. nurture debate concerns the relative contributions of genetics and environment.

Answer 22

True.

Question 23

Fill in the blank: __________ is a psychological disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.

Answer 23

Depression

Question 24

What is cognitive dissonance?

Answer 24

The mental discomfort experienced when holding two conflicting beliefs or values.

Question 25

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common method of treatment for anxiety disorders? A) Exposure therapy B) Electroconvulsive therapy C) Surgery D) None of the above

Answer 25

A) Exposure therapy

Question 26

What is social psychology?

Answer 26

The study of how individuals influence and are influenced by others in social contexts.