Question 1

In order to break the mind down into its elements, Wilhelm Wundt and his followers used a method called ____________________.

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Question 2

John Watson was the founder of the school of thought that became known as ____________________.

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Question 3

The idea that psychology should be based on observable and measurable behaviour is the central theme of ____________________.

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Question 4

The psychologist reads a long story to a group of children and then observes how they process, store, and retrieve the information. This psychologist is most likely a(n) ____________________psychologist.

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Question 5

The fact that we remember or notice things that confirm our expectations and forget the rest is called the ____________________.

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Question 6

The first psychological laboratory was founded in Leipzig, Germany, in 1879 by____________________.

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Question 7

A psychiatrist or psychologist who has received additional training in psychoanalytic theory is called a(n) ____________________.

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Question 8

A psychologist looks for the source of an adult female's psychological problems and notes that the root of her problems lies in her repressed childhood experiences and unconscious motivation. This psychologist is most likely a(n) ____________________.

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Question 9

When watching a series of still pictures at a rapid rate we perceive the images as moving. The type of psychologist most interested in this event would be a(n) ____________________ psychologist.

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Question 10

The doctrine that all behaviours have a prior cause that would completely explain one's choices and actions if all such causes were known is called ____________________.

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Question 11

Briefly define and discuss the three (3) views of behaviour within psychology today.

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Question 12

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages associated with naturalistic observation.

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Question 13

Discuss the differences between structuralism and functionalism. Be sure to mention the individuals associated with these schools of thought and their contributions.

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Question 14

Using the information from the textbook, set up an experimental design to determine the effects of classical music on test performance. In your description be sure to mention the hypothesis, the independent and dependent variables, and the experimental and control groups.

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Question 15

What are some advantages and disadvantages associated with doing an experiment? What can you do to control for the problems associated with the experimental design?

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Question 16

Discuss the similarities and differences between applied and basic research. Which method is most often used and why?

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Question 17

Compare and contrast psychologists, psychiatrists, and psychoanalysts. Be sure to discuss the training and activities of each.

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Question 18

Define Gestalt psychology. Make sure you mention the major developer and concepts, and explain how it differs from structuralism.

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Question 19

What makes a critical thinker? When is it important to be a critical thinker in psychology?

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Question 20

Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using animals in psychological research.

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Quiz 1: Introducing Psychology and Research Methods