Topic 1 - Psychology as Science

What is the primary focus of psychology?

• Analysis of historical events

• Scientific study of behavior and mental processes

• Study of physical health

• Development of technology

Which of the following is an example of overt behavior?

• Remembering a past event

• Crying during a movie

• Thinking about a problem

• Feeling anxious

What does cognitive psychology primarily study?

• Human emotions

• Behavioral responses to stimuli

• Social interactions

• Higher mental processes like thinking and memory

Which area of psychology focuses on the treatment of psychological disorders?

• Clinical Psychology

• Social Psychology

• Developmental Psychology

• Cognitive Psychology

What is the main difference between a psychologist and a psychiatrist?

• Psychologists study mental illness

• Psychologists can prescribe medication

• Psychiatrists focus on therapy

• Psychiatrists attend medical school

What does the term 'nature vs. nurture' refer to?

• The debate on genetic vs. environmental influences

• The difference between physical and mental health

• The impact of education on behavior

• The role of culture in psychology

Who is considered the father of modern psychology?

• John B. Watson

• Sigmund Freud

• William James

• Wilhelm Wundt

What does humanistic psychology emphasize?

• Behavior as a response to stimuli

• Free will and personal growth

• The importance of unconscious thoughts

• The role of genetics in behavior

Which of the following is a misconception about psychology?

• Psychology is only about mental illness

• Psychologists and psychiatrists are the same

• Psychologists can prescribe medication

• Psychology studies human behavior

What is the focus of behavioral genetics?

• The impact of culture on behavior

• The study of mental disorders

• The role of therapy in mental health

• How genetics influence behavior