Behaviorism and Child Rearing Quiz

Who is known for applying the scientific method to human psychology and developing behaviorism?

• Carl Jung

• Ivan Pavlov

• John B. Watson

• Sigmund Freud

What method did Watson use to program baby Albert to be afraid of a lab rat?

• Cognitive restructuring

• Operant conditioning

• Classical conditioning

• Social learning

What did Watson believe determines intelligence, temperament, and personality in children?

• Environmental upbringing

• Genetic predispositions

• Educational institutions

• Parental affection

What advice did Watson give to parents in his book 'the psychological care of infant and child'?

• Keep an emotional distance and avoid touching children

• Encourage children to express their emotions freely

• Show affection and play with children

• Let children sit quietly during the day and cry alone at night

What was the outcome of Watson's child-rearing methods on his own children?

• They rebelled against his methods and led independent lives

• They all developed mental health issues and faced tragic outcomes

• They followed his methods and lived content lives

• They all became successful professionals