cognition

Question 1

topic is NOT commonly studied within cognitive psychology?

Answer 1

dreaming

Question 2

Cognitive processes are NOT necessary for which daily activity?

Answer 2

breathing

Question 3

The term “introspection” refers to the:

Answer 3

process of each person looking within, to observe his or her own thoughts and ideas.

Question 4

One important difference between classical behaviorism and cognitive psychology is that cognitive psychology:

Answer 4

a. argues that unobservable mental states can be scientifically studied.

Question 5

damage to the brain can be caused in many ways, but in general the damage is referred to as a:

Answer 5

lesion

Question 6

Among its other functions, the amygdala seems to serve as a(n):

Answer 6

emotional evaluator or threat detector

Question 7

The corpus callosum serves what major function?

Answer 7

communication between hemespheres

Question 8

Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) uses a strong magnetic pulse to:

Answer 8

produce a temporary disruption to the brain area, and thus brain function, where it is applied.

Question 9

Communication between neurons is , while communication within a neuron is .

Answer 9

electrical, chemical