#1
What is the main focus of developmental psychology in children?
How cognitive processes change over the lifespan
How genetics influence behavior
How children's brains develop over time
How children's behavior and abilities change over time
#2
What is the term for the psychological disorder characterized by persistent inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity?
Autism spectrum disorder
Bipolar disorder
Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Oppositional defiant disorder (ODD)
#3
What is the term for the psychological disorder characterized by persistent sadness, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, and difficulty in performing daily tasks?
Schizophrenia
Bipolar disorder
Major depressive disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
#4
What is the term for the emotional bond that develops between an infant and their primary caregiver?
Socialization
Attachment
Cohesion
Interdependence
#5
What is the term for the psychological disorder characterized by persistent worry, excessive anxiety, and difficulty controlling worries?
Panic disorder
Generalized anxiety disorder
Social anxiety disorder
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
#6
What is the term for the psychological disorder characterized by persistent disturbances in mood, emotion, and behavior?
Bipolar disorder
Schizophrenia
Major depressive disorder
Borderline personality disorder
#7
Who is considered the father of child psychology?
Sigmund Freud
Jean Piaget
Erik Erikson
John Dewey
#8
Which historical event contributed to the development of child mental health care?
World War II
The Industrial Revolution
The Renaissance
The French Revolution
#9
Who introduced the concept of 'emotional intelligence'?
Daniel Goleman
Howard Gardner
Abraham Maslow
Albert Bandura
#10
Which psychological perspective emphasizes the importance of early childhood experiences in shaping personality?
Behavioral perspective
Cognitive perspective
Psychoanalytic perspective
Humanistic perspective
#11
Which psychological perspective focuses on the influence of unconscious processes on behavior?
Behavioral perspective
Humanistic perspective
Cognitive perspective
Psychoanalytic perspective
#12
Who proposed the 'Hierarchy of Needs' theory?
B. F. Skinner
Abraham Maslow
Erik Erikson
Jean Piaget
#13
Who founded the first child guidance clinic in the United States?
Anna Freud
John Watson
Arnold Gesell
Clifford Beers
#14
What is the significance of the 'Bowlby-Ainsworth Attachment Theory'?
It focuses on cognitive development in children
It emphasizes the importance of secure attachments in infancy
It discusses the impact of media on children's mental health
It explores the role of nutrition in children's mental development
#15
What is the primary focus of the 'Social Learning Theory' proposed by Albert Bandura?
The role of unconscious conflicts in behavior
The influence of genetics on personality traits
The impact of social interactions and modeling on behavior
The stages of cognitive development in children
#16
Which historical figure is known for advocating for humane treatment of mentally ill children?
Florence Nightingale
Dorothea Dix
Clara Barton
Mary Seacole
#17
Which historical event led to increased attention to the psychological well-being of children in the United States?
The Civil Rights Movement
The Great Depression
The Salem Witch Trials
The Vietnam War
#18
What is the primary focus of the 'Bioecological Model' proposed by Urie Bronfenbrenner?
The role of genetics in behavior
The influence of society on individual development
The importance of early childhood experiences
The interaction between an individual and their environment