PSY2012 chapters 1-3 (A+ guaranteed)

What is psychology? correct answers the study of our mental activity and behavior Critical thinking correct answers evaluating information to reach reasonable conclusions best supported by evidence What are the three steps in the critical thinking process? correct answers 1. What am I being asked to believe I accept? 2. What evidence is provided to support the claim? 3. What are the most reasonable conclusions? What have been some of the major schools of thought in psychology? correct answers Structuralism, functionalism, Psychoanalytic theory, gestalt psychology, behaviorism, humanistic psychology, & cognitive psychology Structuralism correct answers explored the structures of the mind through introspection. Functionalism correct answers concerned with the adaptive purpose or function of the mind and behavior. Psychoanalytic Theory correct answers focused on connections between psychology and physical problems. Gestalt Psychology correct answers the whole of a personal experience is different from simply the sum of its parts. Behaviorism correct answers emphasizes the role of environmental forces in producing behavior. Humanistic Psychology correct answers investigates how people grow to become happier and more fulfilled, focuses on people's basic goodness. Cognitive Psychology correct answers the study of how people think, learn, and remember. How have ideas about what psychologists should study changed over time? correct answers After a school of thought has emerged, it would dominate until its flaws became apparent then a new school of thought would emerge. What are the five guidelines for ethical research discussed in class? correct answers 1. Privacy 2. Confidentiality 3. Informed consent (needs to know they are being tested/studied and information about the study) 4. Deception (lying to people is okay, but only if necessary) 5. Risks