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Historical Development and Approaches in Psychology Quiz

#1

Who is considered the father of modern psychology?

Wilhelm Wundt
Explanation

Established the first psychology laboratory in 1879.

#2

Which of the following is NOT one of the main perspectives in psychology?

Structuralist
Explanation

Structuralism is one of the main perspectives.

#3

Which psychologist is best known for his hierarchy of needs?

Abraham Maslow
Explanation

Proposed a theory of human motivation.

#4

Who founded the first psychology laboratory in 1879?

Wilhelm Wundt
Explanation

Established the first psychology laboratory.

#5

Which approach emphasizes the role of mental processes in perception, memory, and problem-solving?

Cognitive psychology
Explanation

Focuses on internal mental processes.

#6

Who developed the psychoanalytic theory of personality?

Sigmund Freud
Explanation

Introduced the concept of the unconscious mind.

#7

Which approach focuses on how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are influenced by our interactions with others?

Social psychology
Explanation

Studying the impact of social interactions on behavior.

#8

What is the primary focus of the humanistic perspective in psychology?

Free will and self-actualization
Explanation

Emphasizes personal growth and fulfillment.

#9

Which psychologist is associated with the concept of operant conditioning?

B.F. Skinner
Explanation

Studied the effects of consequences on behavior.

#10

Which psychologist is associated with the concept of 'self-efficacy'?

Albert Bandura
Explanation

Introduced the concept of self-efficacy.

#11

Who is associated with the concept of classical conditioning?

Ivan Pavlov
Explanation

Pioneered the study of conditioned reflexes.

#12

Who developed the theory of cognitive development known as the stages of moral development?

Lawrence Kohlberg
Explanation

Outlined stages of moral reasoning.

#13

Which psychologist is known for his experiments on obedience to authority?

Stanley Milgram
Explanation

Conducted the Milgram obedience experiments.

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