The focus of clinical psychology is:

mental health assessment and treatment

What is an example of clinical psychology?

A. Cognitive-behavioral therapy

The primary focus of counseling psychology is:

emotional and social well-being

Developmental psychology examines:

the changes in behavior and mental processes over a lifetime.

the physical growth of individuals.

the mental processes involved in learning.

the influence of genetics on behavior.

The focus of educational psychology is:

the study of how people learn and retain knowledge

the analysis of historical educational systems

the development of educational technology

the financial aspects of educational institutions

An example of educational psychology is:

Studying the effects of different teaching methods on student learning

Analyzing the chemical composition of the brain

Exploring the history of education systems

Investigating the economic impact of education

What does forensic psychology focus on?

The study of criminal behavior and the legal system

The treatment of mental disorders

The development of psychological theories

The practice of clinical psychology

Neuroscience focuses on

the study of the brain and nervous system

the study of the heart and circulatory system

the study of the digestive system

the study of the respiratory system

The focus of personality psychology is:

the study of individual differences in behavior and personality traits.

the analysis of group dynamics and social behavior.

the examination of cognitive processes and memory.

the exploration of cultural influences on behavior.

What is archival research in psychology?

A method of collecting data from existing records

A technique for conducting experiments in a lab

A process of interviewing participants

A way to observe behavior in natural settings

Case studies in psychology are:

a method of research involving an in-depth analysis of an individual, group, or event.

a statistical analysis of data collected from a large sample.

a theoretical framework for understanding human behavior.

a set of guidelines for conducting experiments.

Longitudinal studies in psychology are:

studies that observe the same subjects over a long period of time

studies that compare different groups at a single point in time

studies that focus on the biological aspects of behavior

studies that involve random sampling of participants

Naturalistic observation is a research method used in psychology to study subjects in their natural environment. Which of the following best describes this method?

A method where researchers observe subjects in their natural environment without interference.

A method where researchers manipulate variables in a controlled environment.

A method where researchers conduct experiments in a laboratory setting.

A method where researchers use surveys to gather data.

The main advantage of using surveys in research is:

They are cost-effective and can reach a large audience

They require less time to analyze

What is the difference between independent and dependent variables?

Independent variables are manipulated, while dependent variables are measured.

Independent variables are measured, while dependent variables are manipulated.

Both variables are manipulated.

The difference between deductive and inductive reasoning is:

Deductive reasoning starts with a general statement and moves to a specific conclusion, while inductive reasoning starts with specific observations and moves to a general conclusion.

Deductive reasoning is based on observation and experimentation, while inductive reasoning is based on logical reasoning.

Deductive reasoning is used in scientific research, while inductive reasoning is used in mathematics.

Deductive reasoning is more reliable than inductive reasoning.

The difference between sensation and perception is:

Sensation is the process of sensing our environment through touch, taste, sight, sound, and smell, while perception is the way we interpret these sensations.

Sensation and perception are the same processes.

Sensation involves interpretation of sensory information, while perception is the initial detection of stimuli.

Sensation is a psychological process, while perception is a physiological process.

What is the difference between bottom-up and top-down processing?

Bottom-up processing is data-driven, while top-down processing is concept-driven.

Bottom-up processing is concept-driven, while top-down processing is data-driven.

Both are data-driven processes.

Both are concept-driven processes.

The function of the frontal lobe is:

to regulate emotions and personality

to coordinate voluntary movements

to interpret auditory information

The function of the hypothalamus is to:

regulate body temperature and maintain homeostasis

control voluntary muscle movements

The function of the medulla is to:

regulate breathing and heart rate

The role of the thalamus in the brain is to:

process sensory information and relay it to the cerebral cortex

regulate heart rate and blood pressure

control voluntary muscle movements

Fill in the blank: Sleep debt can lead to increased blood pressure, obesity, and ________.

increased risk of chronic diseases

The effects of depressants on the body include:

slowed brain function and relaxation

increased heart rate and alertness

enhanced memory and concentration

Psychology 1101 Midterm Review Quiz

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the scientific study of the mind and behavior called?

Sociology

Psychology

Anthropology

Biology

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the ability to be disproven by experimental results known as?

Verifiability

Falsifiability

Reliability

Validity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the tendency to ignore evidence that disproves ideas or beliefs called?

Confirmation bias

Cognitive dissonance

Selective perception

Anchoring bias

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a committee of administrators, scientists, and community members that review proposals for research involving human participants called?

Ethics Committee

Institutional Review Board

Research Panel

Scientific Advisory Board

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the awareness of internal and external stimuli known as?

Perception

Consciousness

Sensation

Awareness

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the state of extreme self-focus and attention in which minimal attention is given to external stimuli?

Meditation

Hypnosis

Daydreaming

Trance

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the process of clearing the mind to achieve a state of relaxed awareness and focus?

Meditation

Hypnosis

Relaxation

Mindfulness

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Psychology 1101 Midterm Review

What is the scientific study of the mind and behavior called?

What is the ability to be disproven by experimental results known as?

What is the tendency to ignore evidence that disproves ideas or beliefs called?

What is a committee of administrators, scientists, and community members that review proposals for research involving human participants called?

What is the awareness of internal and external stimuli known as?

What is the state of extreme self-focus and attention in which minimal attention is given to external stimuli?

What is the process of clearing the mind to achieve a state of relaxed awareness and focus?

What is the theoretical repository of information shared by all people across cultures, as described by Carl Jung?

What is the term for how much difference in stimuli is required to detect a difference between them?

What is the term for not perceiving stimuli that remain relatively constant over prolonged periods of time?

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