Psychology Flashcard

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Oftentimes, kids will play with their toys in ways that show their conflicts. True or false?

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True

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What was the marshmallow test studying?

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Self regulation

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What part of the mind, according to Freud, influences the decision to call the family of a lost dog?

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Superego

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Dr. Sloane thinks that his patient's schizophrenia is due to their enlarged brain ventricles. What approach is he most likely taking?

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Biological

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What is not true of psychological disorders?

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They are caused by a lack of willpower

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Define 'Id' in Freud's theory of personality.

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The Id is the part of the mind that contains our primal instincts and desires.

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What is 'Superego' in Freud's theory of personality?

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The Superego is the part of the mind that acts as a moral compass, incorporating the values and norms of society.

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What does 'Ego' represent in Freud's theory?

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The Ego is the rational part of the mind that mediates between the desires of the Id and the constraints of the Superego.

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What is the biopsychosocial model in psychology?

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A model that considers biological, psychological, and social factors in understanding mental health and illness.

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What is self-regulation in psychology?

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The ability to control one's emotions, thoughts, and behaviors in the face of temptations and impulses.