Chapter 1 - Psychology An Introduction

What is the definition of psychology?

• The study of animals

• The scientific study of behavior and mental processes

• The study of physical health

• The study of history

Who is considered the father of scientific psychology?

• William James

• Wilhelm Wundt

• John B. Watson

• Sigmund Freud

What does the biological perspective focus on?

• Cultural influences

• Biological events in the body

• Social interactions

• Learning and memory

Which field of psychology focuses on helping people with mental disorders?

• Forensic Psychology

• Clinical Psychology

• Environmental Psychology

• Developmental Psychology

What is the main focus of cognitive psychology?

• Behavioral responses

• Memory and learning

• Social interactions

• Emotional reactions

What is a theory in psychology?

• A method of therapy

• A guess about behavior

• A set of principles to explain facts

• An observation of actions

What does the term 'Gestalt' mean?

• A method of observation

• A type of therapy

• The study of individual parts

• The whole is greater than the sum of its parts

What is the focus of humanistic psychology?

• Biological influences

• Personal growth and self-actualization

• Observable behavior

• Unconscious thoughts

What is the main idea of behaviorism?

• Exploring cultural influences

• Understanding unconscious motives

• Focusing on observable behavior

• Studying thoughts and feelings

What is one ethical guideline in psychological research?

• Participants must be paid

• Participants can be deceived without reason

• Informed consent is required

• Participants cannot withdraw