Psychology and Evolution Quiz

How did the explanation of weather phenomena change over time?

• From scientific to supernatural explanations

• From naturalistic to demonological explanations

• From demonological to naturalistic explanations

• Weather explanations remained constant throughout history

Which of these is NOT one of Darwin's essential technical features of evolution?

• Populations tend to produce more members than can survive

• Environmental conditions remain constant over time

• Variation appears in all populations

• Better-adapted variants pass advantages to offspring

What was Francis Galton's primary belief about individual differences?

• They are primarily environmental

• They are temporary and changeable

• They are largely innate

• They are socially constructed

How did Darwin view eugenic ideas?

• He actively promoted them

• He did not support them

• He was indifferent to them

• He developed them himself

What term did Herbert Spencer coin?

• Natural selection

• Survival of the fittest

• Evolutionary psychology

• Genetic adaptation

What was Franz Anton Mesmer's main contribution?

• Electric shock therapy

• Surgical interventions

• Animal magnetism concept

• Chemical treatments

Why is Philippe Pinel considered significant in psychiatric history?

• He invented new medications

• He promoted physical restraints

• He advocated for moral treatment

• He supported demonological theories

What was Itard's contribution to the 'Wild Boy of Aveyron' case?

• He declared the boy incurable

• He ignored the case entirely

• He worked with the boy for years

• He institutionalized the boy

What was Pinel's approach to patient treatment?

• Strict punishment system

• Complete isolation

• Logical consequences

• Continuous restraint

What was the common belief about women's capabilities in the 19th century?

• They were superior in intelligence

• They were equal to men

• They were less intelligent and more emotional

• They were better at philosophy