Unit 1.1

Question 1

Psychology

Answer 1

The study of behavior that is tested through science.

Question 2

Philosophy

Answer 2

Intellectual discipline that uses careful reasoned argument to elucidate fundamental questions.

Question 3

Natural Selection

Answer 3

Process by which genetically determined behaviors that improve the ability to survive and reproduce are passed onto future generations.

Question 3

Physiology

Answer 3

Having to do with an organism’s physical processes.

Question 4

Nature v. Nurture

Answer 4

Nature: influenced by genetic inheritance & other biological factors.
Nurture: influence of external factors after conception.

Question 5

Structuralism

Answer 5

Theory of consciousness that seeks to analyze the elements of mental experience.

Question 6

Functionalism

Answer 6

The theory that mental processes, such as thinking, learning, and memory, can be wholly or mainly explained by the associative links.

Question 6

Behaviorism

Answer 6

Theory of learning that suggests that all behaviors are acquired through conditioning processes.

Question 7

Psychoanalytic

Answer 7

The study of the unconscious/deep mind

Question 8

Biological

Answer 8

Genetic factors = behavioral influence

Question 8

Gestalt Psychology

Answer 8

Of many parts come the whole.

Question 9

Behavioral

Answer 9

An approach to understanding psychological phenomena that focuses on observable aspects of behavior and makes use of behavior theory for explanation.

Question 10

Cognitive

Answer 10

The branch of psychology that explores the operation of mental processes related to perceiving, attending, thinking, language, and memory.

Question 11

Evolutionary

Answer 11

Used to discover and explain these cognitive mechanisms that guide current human behavior.

Question 12

Biopsychosocial

Answer 12

Considers biological, psychological, and social factors.

Question 12

Psychodynamic

Answer 12

Psychology of mental or emotional forces or processes developing especially in early childhood.

Question 13

Sociocultural

Answer 13

Stresses the role that social interaction plays in psychological development.

Question 14

Humanistic

Answer 14

A movement in psychology supporting the belief that humans, as individuals, are unique beings.

Question 15

Clinical Psychology

Answer 15

Psychological specialty that provides continuing and comprehensive mental and behavioral health care.

Question 16

Counseling Psychology

Answer 16

Specialty within professional psychology hat helps people improve their mental heath and well-being.