Psychology CH1 Test

Which section of the APA Code of Ethics deals with maintaining accurate records and discussing fees?

• Human Relations
• Record Keeping and Fees
• Privacy and Confidentiality
• Advertising and Other Public Statements

According to the APA Code of Ethics, psychologists should:

• Share client information freely with colleagues
• Require students to share personal information for training
• Offer services only in areas they are competent in
• Withhold records if a client hasn't paid

Which ethical guideline relates to psychologists' public statements about their work?

• They should never make public statements
• They should ensure all public statements are accurate
• They can make any statements they want
• They should only make statements approved by the APA

In research ethics, what is required before conducting a study with human participants?

• Publication of the study design
• Completion of the study without review
• Informed consent from participants
• Deception of participants about the study's purpose

According to the APA Ethics Code, in therapy, psychologists must:

• Keep all information confidential, even if the client is in danger
• Always use the same treatment approach for all clients
• Inform clients about the therapy process and any risks before beginning
• Maintain relationships with clients outside of therapy

Dr. Johnson, a psychologist, is conducting research on anxiety treatments and is recruiting participants from a local clinic. He offers participants a $500 incentive to join the study, but fails to mention that the treatment could involve some psychological discomfort. What ethical issue is Dr. Johnson violating according to the APA Code of Ethics?

• Section 8: Dr. Johnson must fully inform participants about any potential risks or discomfort involved in the study before they agree to participate.
• Section 3: By offering such a large incentive, Dr. Johnson is creating a conflict of interest that could unfairly influence participants' decision to join.
• Section 10: Dr. Johnson is ethically obligated to respect the autonomy of participants by ensuring they have all the information needed to make an informed decision about participating in the research.
• Section 2: Dr. Johnson may not be competent to conduct research on anxiety treatments if he is not fully aware of the ethical obligations to disclose all relevant information to participants.

What is the correct definition of psychology?

• The study of human behavior in social settings
• The scientific study of behavior and mental processes
• The analysis of dreams and unconscious thoughts
• The examination of brain structure and function

Who is known as the "father of modern psychology"?

• Sigmund Freud
• William James
• Edward Titchener
• Wilhelm Wundt

Which psychologist developed the theory of structuralism?

• Max Wertheimer
• Ivan Pavlov
• Edward Titchener
• William James

What is the main focus of functionalism in psychology?

• Breaking down mental processes into basic components
• Studying the unconscious mind
• Examining how behavior and mental processes help organisms adapt
• Analyzing how people perceive objects as whole patterns