1. Introduction to Psychology Flashcards
(16 cards)
It is the scientific study of mind and behavior
Psychology
Uses existing research to enhance the everyday life of others
Psychologists Practicioners
Uses scientific methods to create new knowledge
Research Psychologist
is a mental health professional who studies human behavior and mental processes. They assess, diagnose, and treat psychological disorders such as depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, etc.
Psychologists
is a specialist in psychological measurement. They administer, score, and interpret psychological tests but do not diagnose or provide therapy. Their work supports psychologists and researchers.
Psychometrician
provides guidance and support to people facing personal, academic, social, or career challenges. Unlike psychologists, counselors focus more on helping people cope with everyday issues rather than diagnosing mental disorders.
Counselor
This includes the process of collecting and organizing data and drawing conclusions about those data.
Empirical Methods
It is a set of assumptions, rules, and procedures that scientists use to conduct a empirical research.
Scientific Method
Objective statements determined to be accurate through empirical studies
Facts
This is tied to biological influences such as genes neurons, neurotransmitters, and hormones
Lower Levels of Explanation
This is related to social groups, organizations, and cultures
Highest Levels of Explanation
Refers to the abilities and characteristics of individual people
Middle Levels of Explanation
Aims of Psychology
Describe behavior
Explain or give reason
Identifying reasons to predict behavior
Change Behavior or control behavior
Biological Influences
Lower Levels
Abilities and Characteristics
Middle Levels