Psychological
  • 1. Psychological refers to the state of mind and emotions of an individual, encompassing experiences, thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It explores the intricate workings of the human mind, including cognitive processes, emotions, motivations, and mental health. Understanding psychological phenomena through research and observation plays a crucial role in various fields such as psychology, sociology, education, and healthcare. Psychotherapy and counseling are common interventions used to address psychological issues and promote mental well-being. Overall, the study of psychology sheds light on the complexities of human behavior and cognition, offering insights into how people think, feel, and interact with the world around them.

    What is the study of how people think, feel, and behave?
A) Anthropology
B) Sociology
C) Biology
D) Psychology
  • 2. Who is often referred to as the father of psychoanalysis?
A) Ivan Pavlov
B) Sigmund Freud
C) B.F. Skinner
D) Carl Jung
  • 3. Which part of the brain is primarily responsible for emotional responses?
A) Hippocampus
B) Amygdala
C) Frontal lobe
D) Cerebellum
  • 4. Which of the following is NOT a major perspective in psychology?
A) Behavioral
B) Astrological
C) Biological
D) Cognitive
  • 5. What is the term for the collection of different mental processes working together?
A) Intelligence
B) Consciousness
C) Cognition
D) Emotion
  • 6. Who conducted the controversial Stanford prison experiment?
A) Ivan Pavlov
B) Philip Zimbardo
C) Stanley Milgram
D) B.F. Skinner
  • 7. Which neurological disorder is characterized by repetitive behaviors and social challenges?
A) Dyslexia
B) Schizophrenia
C) Alzheimer's
D) Autism
  • 8. Which process involves modifying existing mental schemas to fit new information?
A) Adaptation
B) Assimilation
C) Integration
D) Accommodation
  • 9. Which type of memory relates to retention of events and experiences over time?
A) Procedural memory
B) Episodic memory
C) Working memory
D) Semantic memory
  • 10. What is the name for the system that controls the fight-or-flight response in stressful situations?
A) Parasympathetic nervous system
B) Enteric nervous system
C) Sympathetic nervous system
D) Central nervous system
  • 11. What theory suggests that behavior is influenced by observable reinforcement and punishment?
A) Gestalt psychology
B) Behaviorism
C) Structuralism
D) Functionalism
  • 12. Who proposed the hierarchy of needs, emphasizing the importance of psychological growth?
A) Erik Erikson
B) Lawrence Kohlberg
C) Abraham Maslow
D) Jean Piaget
  • 13. What term describes the process of encoding, storing, and retrieving information in the brain?
A) Memory
B) Perception
C) Cognition
D) Learning
  • 14. Who is known for proposing the concept of the social identity theory?
A) Karen Horney
B) Albert Bandura
C) Henri Tajfel
D) Carl Rogers
  • 15. What is the term for the unconscious defense mechanism where individuals attribute their negative qualities to others?
A) Projection
B) Regression
C) Rationalization
D) Denial
  • 16. Which technique involves a therapist guiding a client toward self-discovery and insight?
A) Hypnosis
B) Medication
C) Electroconvulsive therapy
D) Psychotherapy
  • 17. What process involves the encoding of information from sensory inputs?
A) Perception
B) Attention
C) Interpretation
D) Consciousness
  • 18. Which theory suggests that emotions result from physiological arousal and cognitive interpretation?
A) Two-factor theory
B) Cannon-Bard theory
C) James-Lange theory
D) Facial feedback hypothesis
  • 19. What is the term for the ability to understand and share the feelings of another?
A) Sympathy
B) Compassion
C) Altruism
D) Empathy
  • 20. Which disorder is characterized by fluctuations in mood from extreme highs to extreme lows?
A) Post-traumatic stress disorder
B) Obsessive-compulsive disorder
C) Bipolar disorder
D) Panic disorder
  • 21. What hypothesis states that people compare themselves to others to assess their abilities and opinions?
A) Cognitive dissonance theory
B) Social identity theory
C) Social comparison theory
D) Self-perception theory
  • 22. Which area of psychology explores how people make decisions and judgments?
A) Industrial-organizational psychology
B) Developmental psychology
C) Cognitive psychology
D) Neuropsychology
  • 23. What is the term for the process of reinforcing a behavior by rewarding it?
A) Punishment
B) Extinction
C) Positive reinforcement
D) Negative reinforcement
  • 24. Which research method involves observing and recording behavior in naturally occurring situations without manipulating variables?
A) Case study
B) Naturalistic observation
C) Survey research
D) Experimental research
  • 25. Who developed the theory of operant conditioning?
A) Albert Bandura
B) Ivan Pavlov
C) B.F. Skinner
D) Sigmund Freud
  • 26. Who is considered the father of modern psychology?
A) B.F. Skinner
B) Ivan Pavlov
C) Wilhelm Wundt
D) Sigmund Freud
  • 27. Which social psychologist is famous for the experiment on obedience conducted at Yale University?
A) Stanley Milgram
B) Solomon Asch
C) Philip Zimbardo
D) Muzafer Sherif
  • 28. Which neurotransmitter is associated with pleasure, reward, and addiction?
A) GABA
B) Acetylcholine
C) Dopamine
D) Serotonin
  • 29. What is the term for the process of adapting to environmental demands?
A) Adaptation
B) Resilience
C) Coping
D) Stress
  • 30. Which cognitive bias involves relying on the first piece of information encountered when making decisions?
A) Anchoring bias
B) Hindsight bias
C) Confirmation bias
D) Availability heuristic
  • 31. Who developed the theory of cognitive development that includes sensorimotor, preoperational, concrete operational, and formal operational stages?
A) Erik Erikson
B) Jean Piaget
C) Lev Vygotsky
D) Lawrence Kohlberg
  • 32. Who proposed the theory that cognitive development occurs through interactions with the social environment and through language?
A) Lev Vygotsky
B) Erik Erikson
C) Abraham Maslow
D) Jean Piaget
  • 33. What is the term for the process of changing beliefs or behaviors in order to fit in with a group?
A) Compliance
B) Obedience
C) Persuasion
D) Conformity
  • 34. Which part of the brain is responsible for decision making, problem solving, and planning?
A) Amygdala
B) Prefrontal cortex
C) Hippocampus
D) Cerebellum
  • 35. What is the term for a disorder characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest, and feelings of worthlessness?
A) Schizophrenia
B) Anxiety
C) Depression
D) Bipolar disorder
  • 36. What term describes the stage of moral development where individuals adhere to societal rules for the sake of maintaining social order?
A) Preconventional
B) Conventional
C) Personal
D) Postconventional
  • 37. Which defense mechanism involves shifting unacceptable impulses to a more acceptable or less threatening target?
A) Projection
B) Displacement
C) Sublimation
D) Repression
  • 38. What term describes the difficulty in remembering where and when a memory was formed?
A) Source amnesia
B) Encoding failure
C) Retroactive interference
D) Semantic confusion
  • 39. What is the term for a pattern of behavior or thinking that feels comfortable and familiar?
A) Selective attention
B) Comfort zone
C) Habituation
D) Cognitive dissonance
  • 40. What term describes the inability to remember events from early childhood?
A) Selective amnesia
B) Traumatic amnesia
C) Infantile amnesia
D) Childhood amnesia
  • 41. What is psychology?
A) The scientific study of the mind and behavior
B) The study of animals
C) The study of chemical reactions
D) The study of physical health
  • 42. Which type of conditioning did Ivan Pavlov famously demonstrate in his experiments with dogs?
A) Operant conditioning
B) Social conditioning
C) Classical conditioning
D) Cultural conditioning
  • 43. What is the bystander effect?
A) The fear of being judged by others
B) The tendency to mimic the behavior of others
C) The tendency to conform to group norms
D) The phenomenon where individuals are less likely to help in an emergency when others are present
  • 44. What is the main idea behind Albert Bandura's social learning theory?
A) Behavior is primarily influenced by genetics
B) Behavior is shaped by reinforcement and punishment
C) Behavior is learned from the environment through the process of observational learning
D) Behavior is determined solely by inner conflicts
  • 45. What is the purpose of the Rorschach inkblot test?
A) To diagnose specific mental disorders
B) To assess personality and emotional functioning
C) To evaluate physical health
D) To measure intelligence
  • 46. What is the main focus of positive psychology?
A) Studying factors that contribute to human happiness and well-being
B) Exploring subconscious motives
C) Investigating personality disorders
D) Analyzing abnormal behavior
  • 47. What is the purpose of a correlation study in psychology?
A) To examine the relationship between two variables
B) To test cause-and-effect relationships
C) To analyze brain activity using imaging techniques
D) To observe behavior in natural settings
  • 48. What does the concept of self-actualization refer to?
A) The tendency to seek pleasure and avoid pain
B) The realization of one's full potential and abilities
C) The desire for social approval
D) The need for security and stability
  • 49. What is emotional intelligence?
A) The ability to understand and manage one's own emotions and effectively interact with others
B) The ability to perform well on IQ tests
C) The ability to read body language accurately
D) The ability to control sensory perceptions
  • 50. What is the purpose of the MMPI (Minnesota Multiphasic Personality Inventory)?
A) To assess personality characteristics and psychological disorders
B) To measure intelligence and cognitive abilities
C) To evaluate social skills
D) To diagnose physical illnesses
  • 51. What is the concept of neuroplasticity in psychology?
A) The impact of genetic factors on behavior
B) The brain's ability to reorganize and adapt throughout life
C) The study of neurons and their functions
D) The relationship between brain size and intelligence
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