Psych CH 1

What is the primary focus of psychology?

• The study of human behavior & mental processes

• The study of physical health

• The study of historical events

• The study of languages

Which of the following is considered a cognitive activity?

• Walking

• Talking

• Dreams

• Brain activity

Who is associated with the concept of 'Know Thyself'?

• Socrates

• Aristotle

• Hippocrates

• Plato

Which perspective focuses on biological processes influencing behavior?

• Psychoanalytic perspective

• Cognitive perspective

• Biological perspective

• Humanistic perspective

Who is known for the theory of reinforcement?

• Sigmund Freud

• William James

• John B. Watson

• B.F. Skinner

What is the main goal of clinical psychology?

• Study the changes that occur throughout a person’s life span

• Identify human characteristics or traits

• Help people with psychological problems

• Conduct research into basic processes

Which school of thought did Wilhelm Wundt and Edward B. Titchener contribute to?

• Functionalism

• Behaviorism

• Structuralism

• Psychoanalysis

Who is considered the father of psychoanalysis?

• Sigmund Freud

• Ivan Pavlov

• Jean Piaget

• Erik Erikson

Which psychological perspective emphasizes the role of the unconscious mind?

• Behavioral perspective

• Cognitive perspective

• Psychoanalytic perspective

• Humanistic perspective

What is the main focus of developmental psychology?

• Study of mental disorders

• Study of changes across the lifespan

• Study of social interactions

• Study of brain functions