Unit 1 Review: Introduction to Psychology

1. What is the primary focus of psychology?

• • Does psychology deal with studying plants and animals?

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  • Maybe it's more about how the human body functions?

• Or is it about understanding human behavior and mental processes?

• Could it be related to ancient civilizations?

Why do psychologists use the scientific method for research?

• a) To rely on personal beliefs and opinions

• To ensure consistent and objective results through systematic observation and experimentation

• To prioritize tradition and cultural beliefs

• To avoid testing hypotheses or gathering evidence

The ___________ perspective considers how natural selection of traits promotes the survival of genes.

What is pseudoscience? Give an example.

The ___________ perspective examines how learning from the environment influences behavior.

The ___________ perspective looks at how we encode, process, and store information.

What are the ethical guidelines and why do psychologists need to follow them for experimentation and research?

The ___________ perspective focuses on how behavior springs from unconscious drives and conflicts.

The ___________ perspective emphasizes the role of free will and personal growth.

Which of the following is NOT an example of pseudoscience?

• Phrenology

• Astrology

• Psychology

• Numerology