Psychology Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Midterm Study Guide 1. Describe the Emergence of the field of cognitive science in the 20th century (pg. 10, chapter 1). 2. Define empiricism and associationism, and explain how these philosophies are reflected in the field of cognitive science. (pg 11-12 chapter 1) 3. Briefly explain Donald Hebb’s Statement, “Cells that fire together, wire together.” What significance did this proposal have on neuroscience? 4. Define myelin, the process of myelination, and the purpose of myelination. Wh...

PSY 255 Quiz 2 Chapter 5 and 6 – Question with Answers Freud wrote about all of the following types of anxiety except one. Which one? According to Freud, guilt is most closely associated with Which of the following is true about neurotic anxiety, as conceived by Freud? Researchers often organize the many kinds of coping strategies into categories. One of the most useful distinctions drawn by these researchers is between _____ and _____ strategies. Sam is facing a difficult midterm exam ...

PSY 102 Week 7 DQ 1 About 20% of children are diagnosed with a psychological disorder. Diagnosis and treatment is important to support good mental health throughout life. Select a childhood disorder. Describe the symptoms of the disorder and treatments used to address the disorder you selected.

PSY 402 Topic 7 DQ 2 Chomsky’s theory on the evolution of language suggests that language is generative, meaning that humans have the ability to create a number of unique sequences. Do you agree or disagree with his theory? Give concrete examples from your readings to support your answer.

PSY 402 Topic 6 DQ 2 How can college students use the information on metacognition to improve their academic work? What strategies will you employ in your future academic work?

PSY 402 Topic 7 DQ 1 Compare and contrast two different forms of aphasia. What part of the brain is specifically affected by each form and how would this affect the mental lexicon?

PSY 255 Quiz 2 Chapter 5 and 6 – Question with Answers Freud wrote about all of the following types of anxiety except one. Which one? According to Freud, guilt is most closely associated with Which of the following is true about neurotic anxiety, as conceived by Freud? Researchers often organize the many kinds of coping strategies into categories. One of the most useful distinctions drawn by these researchers is between _____ and _____ strategies. Sam is facing a difficult midterm exam and is...