Psychology Flashcard 1

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The study of human behavior and mental processes is called...

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Psychology

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Any action that people can observe or measure is called..

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Behavior

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A statement that attempts to explain why things are they way that they are and why they happen the way they do...

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Theory

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In this type of study, people are asked to respond to a series of questions about a particular subject...

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Survey

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The item that you manipulate in a psychological study is called the...

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Independent Variable

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Each experiment should have a _____, or a group that does NOT get the independent variable

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Control Group

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Why is ethics important in psychology?

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To ensure the safety and well-being of research participants, to comply with legal requirements and regulations, and to maintain the integrity and credibility of the field.

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What is an example of an ethical violation in psychology research? Options: Falsifying data, Failing to obtain informed consent from participants, Discriminating against certain participants based on their characteristics, All of the above

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All of the above

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Which of the following is a principle outlined in the code of ethics for psychologists? Maintaining confidentiality, Falsifying research data, Discriminating against clients, None of the above

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Maintaining confidentiality

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What is the principle of beneficence in ethics?

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The principle that actions should promote the well-being of others