Question 1

In general,_________________ are more likely to prescribe drugs when treating mental health concerns and problems,while _________________ are more likely to emphasize psychological approaches such as talk therapy.
A)social workers;psychiatrists
B)psychiatrists;clinical psychologists
C)clinical psychologists;psychiatrists
D)social workers;clinical psychologists

Accepted Answer

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication, while clinical psychologists focus on psychotherapy and behavioral interventions.

Question 2

A __________ works in prisons,trains and evaluates police officers,assists with jury selection,and evaluates whether defendants are able to stand trial.
A)clinical psychologist
B)school psychologist
C)I/O psychologist
D)forensic psychologist

Accepted Answer

A forensic psychologist specializes in applying psychological knowledge to legal issues and works in various settings mentioned in the options.

Question 3

The goal of ______________ is to use psychological knowledge to address problems and issues across various settings and professions,including law,education,clinical psychology,and business organization and management.
A)basic psychology
B)industrial and organizational psychology
C)forensic psychology
D)applied psychology

Accepted Answer

The description provided in the question matches the definition of applied psychology, which focuses on solving real-world problems using psychological principles and knowledge in various fields and professions. Options A, B, and C are also branches of psychology, but they do not fully capture the breadth of the description.

Question 4

What is one similarity shared by clinical psychologists and psychiatrists?
A)They obtain the same graduate education.
B)They have the same training experiences after college.
C)They view abnormal behaviours as arising from the same causes.
D)They diagnose and treat people experiencing psychological disorders.

Accepted Answer

Clinical psychologists and psychiatrists both diagnose and treat people experiencing psychological disorders, although they may approach it from different perspectives and may have different methods of treatment. However, they do not obtain the same graduate education and do not necessarily view abnormal behaviours as arising from the same causes. While there may be some overlap in their training experiences after college, it is not necessarily the same.

Question 5

Dr.Fernwood is a research psychologist.The main focus of her research is to use psychological knowledge to find ways to reduce bullying in schools.Dr.Fernwood's research could be described as ____________ psychology.
A)basic
B)forensic
C)applied
D)I/O

Accepted Answer

Dr. Fernwood's research is focused on using psychological knowledge to address a specific practical problem, which is reducing bullying in schools. This falls under applied psychology, which involves using psychological principles and research to solve practical problems in real-world settings.

Question 6

Because ______________ is a branch of medicine,it is usually practiced by a medical doctor (M.D. ).
A)psychiatry
B)clinical psychology
C)social work
D)forensic psychology

Accepted Answer

Psychiatry is the branch of medicine that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illness. As it involves medical treatment, it is usually practiced by a medical doctor (M.D.). Clinical psychology and forensic psychology are branches of psychology and do not necessarily require an M.D. Social work is a separate profession from medicine and psychology.

Question 7

Kurt Lewin is often cited as the founder of which perspective?
A)social psychology
B)cognitive psychology
C)behaviourism
D)humanistic psychology

Accepted Answer

Kurt Lewin is often referred to as the founder of social psychology. He is best known for his work in group dynamics, social cognition, and action research. Lewin's approach emphasized the importance of studying individuals within their social context and considered both personal and situational factors in understanding human behavior.

Question 8

Memory researchers like Herman Ebbinghaus and Frederick Bartlett contributed to the beginning of the ____________ perspective.
A)humanistic
B)psychoanalytic
C)cognitive
D)behaviourist

Accepted Answer

Both Herman Ebbinghaus and Frederick Bartlett were cognitive psychologists who studied human memory and contributed to the development of the cognitive perspective in psychology.

Question 9

A central theme in social psychology is that
A)human behaviour can be best understood by studying individuals out of context.
B)behaviour is a function of both the individual and the environment they are in.
C)social situations generally have the same effect on everyone.
D)individuals act similarly,no matter what context they are placed in.

Accepted Answer

Social psychology emphasizes the interaction between individuals and their social context. Behaviour is seen as a function of both the individual and their environment. This is known as the person-environment interaction. Therefore, option B is the correct answer as it is consistent with the central theme of social psychology.

Question 10

"The whole is greater than the sum of the parts" is a statement that can be associated with the perspective of
A)introspection.
B)functionalism.
C)psychoanalysis.
D)gestalt psychology.

Accepted Answer

"The whole is greater than the sum of the parts" is a core idea of gestalt psychology, which focuses on the organization of perceptual experiences and emphasizes the importance of looking at the whole experience, rather than breaking it down into its component parts. Therefore, the correct answer is D - gestalt psychology.

Question 11

Vido has a Master's degree and has been studying how family dynamics and a person's socioeconomic situation can affect wellbeing and mental health.What type of professional is Vido most likely to become?
A)human factors psychologist
B)psychiatrist
C)school psychologist
D)social worker

Accepted Answer

Vido's focus on family dynamics and socioeconomic factors suggests that they may be interested in becoming a social worker, which involves working with individuals and families to address mental health and wellbeing concerns, as well as helping to connect them with resources and support services that can improve their quality of life. Human factors psychology is more focused on how technology and design affect human behavior, while psychiatry involves diagnosing and treating mental health disorders using medication and therapy. School psychology typically involves working to support students' academic and social-emotional development within a school setting.

Question 12

A friend of yours is interested in getting a graduate degree and eventually becoming a clinical psychologist.She wants her education to focus almost exclusively on the practice of clinical psychology,and to include very little research or scientific training.Which type of graduate degree programs should she apply to?
A)Ph.D.
B)Psy.D.
C)M.D.
D)Ed.D.

Accepted Answer

A Psy.D. program, or Doctor of Psychology, places a strong emphasis on practical, clinical training rather than research. This would align with your friend's desire to focus on the practice of clinical psychology and avoid extensive scientific training. While a Ph.D. program could also lead to a career as a clinical psychologist, it typically requires more research and scientific training. An M.D. program would lead to a career in medicine, which is not the same as clinical psychology. An Ed.D. program focuses on education and is not related to clinical psychology.

Question 13

No matter what they specialize in,psychologists who teach and/or conduct research at universities can be referred to as ______________ psychologists.
A)academic
B)school
C)forensic
D)clinical

Accepted Answer

Psychologists who teach and conduct research at universities are commonly referred to as academic psychologists. They focus on academic and scholarly pursuits, rather than clinical or forensic work.

Question 14

Nico is meeting with his academic adviser.He wishes to pursue a career where he'll work to diagnose and treat mental disorders.Nico aspires to be a(n)
A)clinical psychologist.
B)experimental psychologist.
C)forensic psychologist.
D)school psychologist.

Accepted Answer

Clinical psychologists diagnose and treat mental disorders through various therapies and interventions. This aligns with Nico's career aspirations. Experimental psychologists focus on conducting scientific research rather than clinical practice. Forensic psychologists work within the legal system, and school psychologists work primarily with children in educational settings.

Question 15

Dr.Barnouti has a Ph.D.in psychology and works for the military.His goal is to find a way to keep soldiers alert and focused during long missions where they get little to no sleep.Dr.Barnouti would best be described as a _________ psychologist.
A)basic
B)research
C)forensic
D)academic

Accepted Answer

Dr. Barnouti's work involves conducting research to find a solution to a specific problem, which makes him a research psychologist. The other options do not fit as well, as a basic psychologist typically studies general principles of behavior rather than focusing on a specific issue like alertness in soldiers, a forensic psychologist applies psychological principles in legal contexts, and an academic psychologist may teach and conduct research on a variety of topics.

Question 16

Professor Ashmore approaches questions about human behaviour from a perspective that emphasizes how people reason,remember,and understand language.It is most likely that she accepts the _____________ perspective.
A)biological
B)behavioural
C)cognitive
D)sociocultural

Accepted Answer

Professor Ashmore's emphasis on how people reason, remember, and understand language suggests that she accepts the cognitive perspective, which focuses on mental processes such as perception, thinking, and problem-solving. This perspective seeks to understand how individuals mentally process information, including language, to inform their behaviors.

Question 17

The early perspective called gestalt psychology has evolved into the current perspective called
A)psychoanalysis.
B)cognitive psychology.
C)behavioural psychology.
D)social psychology.

Accepted Answer

Gestalt psychology was a precursor to the cognitive psychology perspective, which emphasizes the role of mental processes in behavior and thought.

Question 18

Which of the following is true about psychiatrists and clinical psychologists?
A)Psychiatrists have Psy.D.degrees while clinical psychologists typically have a Ph.D.
B)Psychiatrists have Ph.D.degrees while clinical psychologists typically have a only a Master's degree.
C)Psychiatrists have Ph.D.degrees while clinical psychologists typically have a Psy.D.
D)Psychiatrists have medical degrees while clinical psychologists typically have a Ph.D.or Psy.D.

Accepted Answer

Psychiatrists are medical doctors who are able to prescribe medication and have completed medical school. Clinical psychologists, on the other hand, typically hold a Ph.D. or Psy.D. degree but do not have a medical degree.

Question 19

The origins of the cognitive perspective can be traced back to a handful of European psychologists who were studying
A)memory.
B)behaviour.
C)computers.
D)language.

Accepted Answer

The cognitive perspective focuses on mental processes such as thinking, perception, and memory. Therefore, the origins of this perspective can be traced back to psychologists who were studying memory, such as Hermann Ebbinghaus, and perception, such as Max Wertheimer.

Question 20

______________ psychologists are generally interested in how the behaviour of individuals can be influenced by other people.
A)Social
B)Gestalt
C)Behavioural
D)Humanistic

Accepted Answer

Social psychologists focus on social interactions and how they affect individuals' behavior. They study topics such as conformity, persuasion, and group dynamics. The other options, Gestalt, Behavioral, and Humanistic, do not specifically focus on social interactions.

Quiz 1: B: Introducing Psychological Science

In general,_ are more likely to prescribe drugs when treating mental health concerns and problems,while _ are more likely to emphasize psychological approaches such as talk therapy.

A __________ works in prisons,trains and evaluates police officers,assists with jury selection,and evaluates whether defendants are able to stand trial.

The goal of ______________ is to use psychological knowledge to address problems and issues across various settings and professions,including law,education,clinical psychology,and business organization and management.

What is one similarity shared by clinical psychologists and psychiatrists?

Dr.Fernwood is a research psychologist.The main focus of her research is to use psychological knowledge to find ways to reduce bullying in schools.Dr.Fernwood's research could be described as ____________ psychology.

Because ______________ is a branch of medicine,it is usually practiced by a medical doctor (M.D. ) .

Kurt Lewin is often cited as the founder of which perspective?

Memory researchers like Herman Ebbinghaus and Frederick Bartlett contributed to the beginning of the ____________ perspective.

A central theme in social psychology is that

"The whole is greater than the sum of the parts" is a statement that can be associated with the perspective of

Vido has a Master's degree and has been studying how family dynamics and a person's socioeconomic situation can affect wellbeing and mental health.What type of professional is Vido most likely to become?

No matter what they specialize in,psychologists who teach and/or conduct research at universities can be referred to as ______________ psychologists.

Nico is meeting with his academic adviser.He wishes to pursue a career where he'll work to diagnose and treat mental disorders.Nico aspires to be a(n)

Dr.Barnouti has a Ph.D.in psychology and works for the military.His goal is to find a way to keep soldiers alert and focused during long missions where they get little to no sleep.Dr.Barnouti would best be described as a _________ psychologist.

Professor Ashmore approaches questions about human behaviour from a perspective that emphasizes how people reason,remember,and understand language.It is most likely that she accepts the _____________ perspective.

The early perspective called gestalt psychology has evolved into the current perspective called

Which of the following is true about psychiatrists and clinical psychologists?

The origins of the cognitive perspective can be traced back to a handful of European psychologists who were studying

______________ psychologists are generally interested in how the behaviour of individuals can be influenced by other people.