Psych Ch1 version 3

A researcher at a university is investigating the fundamental mechanisms of memory formation without a specific practical application in mind. This type of research is an example of:

• Basic science
• Applied science
• Clinical psychology
• Developmental psychology

A psychologist is consulting with a company to help them improve employee satisfaction and productivity. Which of the following best describes the psychologist's role in this scenario?

• They are applying what they have learned to influence behavior in a specific, real-world context.
• They are observing and analyzing behavior patterns to develop theories of human nature.
• They are conducting basic research on the fundamental principles of organizational structure.
• They are acting as a clinical therapist to address individual employee mental health issues.

How does a **counseling psychologist** differ from a clinical psychologist?

• Counseling psychologists help people with everyday problems, while clinical psychologists help people with mental disorders.
• Counseling psychologists only work with children.
• Counseling psychologists can prescribe medication.
• Counseling psychologists work only in schools.

What is the range of topics covered in an introductory psychology course?

• The study of psychological principles that can enrich human lives.
• The study of ancient civilizations.
• The study of how to fix cars.
• The study of how to cook.

A psychologist is interested in how a person's working memory capacity affects their ability to solve complex mathematical problems. This research falls most directly under which field of psychology?

• Cognitive psychology
• Behavioral psychology
• Physiological psychology
• Psychoanalytic psychology

Which of the following historical trends best highlights psychology's shift toward a more objective and verifiable scientific discipline?

• The transition from structuralism's use of introspection to behaviorism's focus on observable behavior.
• The transition from psychoanalysis to humanism.
• The shift from functionalism to evolutionary psychology.
• The move from basic science to applied science.

A psychologist is asked to explain a person's irrational fear of flying. They hypothesize that this fear stems from the person's tendency to overestimate the likelihood of plane crashes and to mentally rehearse worst-case scenarios. Which approach to psychology is this psychologist using?

• Cognitive
• Behavioral
• Psychoanalytic
• Socio-cultural

Which of the following is an example of a specific challenge a clinical psychologist would be uniquely qualified to address?

• Diagnosing a patient with an eating disorder and developing a treatment plan for them.
• Designing a curriculum to improve student learning outcomes.
• Helping an individual choose a suitable career path.
• Conducting a research study on the biological basis of memory.

A professional is trained to observe, analyze, and evaluate behavior patterns, and to develop theories to influence behavior. Which of the following best distinguishes this professional from a social worker?

• A psychologist is focused on the scientific study and explanation of behavior, while a social worker's primary role is to help people navigate social systems and access resources.
• A psychologist focuses on individuals, while a social worker focuses on groups.
• A social worker is able to prescribe medication, while a psychologist is not.
• A psychologist works in private practice, while a social worker works in a community agency.

A team of psychologists is working with a local school district to design an anti-bullying program tailored to their specific student population. This is an example of:

• Applied science
• Basic science
• Social psychology
• An ethical dilemma