Exam 1: Introduction to the Science of Psychology

A researcher interested in measuring characteristics such as agreeableness or openness to experience would probably be a ____ psychologist.​

A high profile murder has taken place in the town of Rolling River. At the criminal trial, a ____psychologist testifies that the defendant fits the profile for the crime committed.​

Kari wants to win and gets upset when she loses in sports. She also tries not to wear the same types of clothes that other people wear. Despite her attempts to be unique, she often feels lonely. Kari is most likely from a(n)____ culture.​

When Sam meets with his psychologist, she explains that Sam has the ability to reach his full potential by understanding how his perceptions guide his actions. Which approach is Sam's psychologist taking?​

For the summer, Hailey obtains an assistant position for a research team of health psychologists. The focus of their research will most likely investigate the relationship between____.​

A creative team wants to design a web site that users can navigate intuitively and that has a logical flow of information. This team would benefit most from the expertise of a(n)____ psychologist.​

Greg believes that conscious experience (what people think and feel)cannot be studied scientifically. Which approach to consciousness does Greg represent?​

Ben believes very strongly in being competitive and doing what is necessary for his own goals. He sees himself as being an important business leader one day. Ben is most likely a(n)____.​

If you wanted to choose a book that best described the whole scientific field of psychology, what book title would be most appropriate?​

A cognitive psychologist would be most likely to design a study of ____.​

Dr. McGufficke's research indicates that twenty minutes of exercise done three times a week positively affects people's emotions as well as their overall fitness. Dr. McGufficke is a(n)____ psychologist.​

While relaxing in the park, Dilbert decides to read his new book on the study of positive psychology. This book will primarily focus on ____.​

Roger and Amanda are attempting to define consciousness. "What is consciousness? What does consciousness consist of?" asks Roger. Amanda says, "I think it would be more helpful to think about the purpose of consciousness. For example, how does it help us adapt to our environment?" Roger takes a____ approach to defining consciousness, while Amanda takes a____ approach.​

Which approach to psychology emphasizes decision making, problem solving, and information processing?​

José is interested in using computers to model how people process information when making decisions about employee performance. José follows the ____ approach in psychology.​

You are looking for a psychologist to help you cope with your depression. Dr. Joellet explains that your depression is the result of norepinephrine imbalances in your brain. Dr. Graham states that your depression is due to your thinking negative thoughts. Dr. Turnquet explains that since you enjoy watching TV and spend more time watching TV when you are depressed, you will continue being depressed. Dr. Joellet is using the ____ approach, Dr. Graham is using the ____ approach, and Dr. Turnquet is using the _____ approach.​

Although psychology contains diverse subfields and approaches, two factors provide unity. One of these factors is that ____.​

Jack believes that his success in math is based on hard work, but he believes his difficulties in history are based on an unfair professor. Jack is likely from a(n)____ culture.​

A person from a collectivist culture just made a big play in a sporting event that allowed that person's team to win. What behavior will that person most likely perform after the win?​

According to the humanistic approach to psychology, a person's behavior is determined by ____.​