Psychology and Science

The video explores whether psychology is a science by defining science and its characteristics, such as objectivity, measurement, and reliability. It discusses how psychology sometimes aligns with scientific methods, using examples like Eleanor Maguire's study on London taxi drivers, and contrasts it with studies like Zimbardo's Stanford prison experiment, which lack scientific rigor. The conclusion emphasizes that the scientific nature of psychology depends on the research questions and methods used.

What is a key characteristic of scientific knowledge that distinguishes it from other forms of knowledge?

• Creativity

• Objectivity

• Intuition

• Subjectivity

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of science as discussed in the video?

• Measurement

• Correlation

• Causation

• Immutability

According to Karl Popper, what makes a theory scientific?

• It is universally accepted

• It is falsifiable

• It is based on opinions

• It is always true

Which study is used as an example of a scientific approach in psychology?

• Philip Zimbardo's Stanford prison study

• Sigmund Freud's psychoanalysis

• Eleanor Maguire's study of London taxi drivers

• Haslam and Reicher's BBC prison study

What does the conclusion suggest about the scientific approach in psychology?

• It is never applicable

• It depends on the research question

• It is always applicable

• It is only applicable in laboratory settings