Methods in Psychology: Key Concepts

The video tutorial explores various methods in psychology, including introspection, observation, and experimental methods. Introspection, introduced by William Wood, focuses on self-reflection to understand thoughts and emotions. It has merits like promoting self-reflection but also demerits such as limited reliability. The observation method, introduced by J.B. Watson, involves studying behavior through time and situation sampling. The experimental method involves controlled conditions to determine cause and effect, though it raises ethical concerns and is time-consuming.

Who introduced the method of introspection in psychology?

• John Watson

• Carl Jung

• William Wood

• Sigmund Freud

What is a key characteristic of the introspection method?

• Uses statistical analysis

• Focuses on group behavior

• Involves self-reflection

• Requires complex apparatus

Which of the following is a demerit of the introspection method?

• Requires experimental setup

• Limited application

• Time-efficient

• Highly reliable

Who introduced the observation method in psychology?

• B.F. Skinner

• John Watson

• William James

• Carl Rogers

What does time sampling in the observation method involve?

• Using complex machinery

• Observing a person in different environments

• Observing a person at various intervals

• Analyzing historical data

What is a primary focus of the experimental method in psychology?

• Understanding group dynamics

• Determining cause and effect

• Studying historical trends

• Exploring cultural differences

Which of the following is a merit of the experimental method?

• Carried out under controlled conditions

• Requires no hypothesis

• No ethical concerns

• Quick and easy to conduct

What is a common criticism of the experimental method?

• Limited to qualitative data

• No need for controlled conditions

• Ethical concerns

• Lack of scientific basis

Which method is known for being time-consuming due to a series of sessions?

• Observation

• Introspection

• Experimental

• Case Study

What is a key component of the experimental method?

• Time sampling

• Situation sampling

• Hypothesis testing

• Self-reflection