Introduction to Psychology

the scientific study of behavior and mental processes

• psychology

• biology

• morality

• behavior

Psychologists study human _______________________ by observing and measuring how people act. 

• behavior

• natural

• bilogy

• none of the above

Perception, attention, thinking, language, memory

• Behavioral perspective

• Cognitive perspective

• Humanistic perspective

• Psychodynamic perspective

Gaining permission from a person to take part in a study and telling them what is involved is referred to as.....

• withdrawal

• confidentiality

• informed consent

• debriefing

Which perspective believed psychology should emphasize the potential for growth of each human being and an individual’s freedom to make their own decisions?

• Biological

• Humanistic

• Psychodynamic

• Behavioral

Our behavior is a direct result of how we feel about ourselves.

• Humanistic perspective

• Psychodynamic perspective

• Behavioral perspective

• Social-cultural perspective

An imbalance of hormones can contribute to aggressive behavior.

• Biological perspective

• Psychodynamic perspective

• Humanistic perspective

• Cognitive perspective

Change your thoughts, change your life.

• Behavioral perspective

• Cognitive perspective

• Biological perspective

• Psychodynamic perspective

Which perspective in psychology emphasizes the role of the unconscious mind in behavior?

• A) Humanistic perspective

• B) Psychodynamic perspective

• C) Behavioral perspective

• D) Cognitive perspective

What is the primary focus of cognitive psychology?

• A) Emotions and feelings

• B) Unconscious motives

• C) Mental processes

• D) Social interactions