Critical Thinking in Psychology

What does critical thinking in psychology involve?

• Objective analysis and evaluation of an issue

• Accepting claims without evidence

• Ignoring alternative explanations

• Relying on personal beliefs

What is a key component of critical thinking in psychology?

• Skepticism

• Cynicism

• Bias

• Anecdotal evidence

What are logical fallacies?

• Errors in reasoning

• Reliable data

• Empirical evidence

• Objective analysis

What method do psychologists use to conduct research and test hypotheses?

• Scientific method

• Personal beliefs

• Anecdotal evidence

• Hasty generalizations

What is the purpose of skepticism in psychology?

• Questioning the validity of claims

• Accepting biases

• Being cynical

• Ignoring multiple perspectives