(Regis) PSY 250 (General Psychology) Latest Finals Review Q & S 2024

PSY 250




General Psychology




LATEST FINALS REVIEW
Q&S




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,1. Which of the following stages, according to Erikson's
psychosocial development theory, is primarily concerned with
establishing intimate relationships?
- A) Integrity vs. Despair
- B) Generativity vs. Stagnation
- C) Intimacy vs. Isolation
- D) Identity vs. Role Confusion


ANS: C) Intimacy vs. Isolation


2. In cognitive psychology, which term refers to the mental
process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through
thought, experience, and the senses?
- A) Conation
- B) Cognition
- C) Emotion
- D) Sensation


ANS: B) Cognition


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, 3. Which neurotransmitter is most commonly associated with
mood regulation and is often linked to depression when found in
low levels?
- A) Dopamine
- B) Serotonin
- C) Glutamate
- D) Acetylcholine


ANS: B) Serotonin


4. What is the primary focus of cognitive-behavioral therapy
(CBT)?
- A) Exploring past experiences
- B) Altering negative thinking patterns
- C) Emotional expression
- D) Somatic symptom relief


ANS: B) Altering negative thinking patterns


5. According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, which level needs
to be fulfilled before one can focus on self-actualization?
- A) Safety Needs
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