#1
Who is considered the founder of psychoanalysis?
Sigmund Freud
ExplanationSigmund Freud is credited with founding psychoanalysis.
#2
Who developed the hierarchy of needs theory in psychology?
Abraham Maslow
ExplanationAbraham Maslow developed the hierarchy of needs theory.
#3
Who proposed the theory of multiple intelligences?
Howard Gardner
ExplanationHoward Gardner proposed the theory of multiple intelligences.
#4
Who is known for the concept of 'self-actualization' in humanistic psychology?
Abraham Maslow
ExplanationAbraham Maslow is known for the concept of 'self-actualization.'
#5
Who developed the concept of classical conditioning?
Ivan Pavlov
ExplanationIvan Pavlov developed the concept of classical conditioning.
#6
Which perspective in psychology emphasizes free will, personal growth, and the pursuit of self-actualization?
Humanistic psychology
ExplanationHumanistic psychology emphasizes free will, personal growth, and self-actualization.
#7
Who is known for proposing the theory of operant conditioning?
B.F. Skinner
ExplanationB.F. Skinner is known for proposing the theory of operant conditioning.
#8
Which of the following perspectives in psychology focuses on how behavior is influenced by the unconscious mind?
Psychoanalytic psychology
ExplanationPsychoanalytic psychology emphasizes the role of the unconscious mind in behavior.
#9
Which of the following is NOT one of the primary research methods used in psychology?
Algebra
ExplanationAlgebra is not a primary research method in psychology.
#10
Which of the following is a key concept in the cognitive perspective of psychology?
Perception
ExplanationPerception is a key concept in the cognitive perspective.
#11
What does the bioecological model developed by Urie Bronfenbrenner emphasize?
The interaction between an individual and their environment
ExplanationThe bioecological model emphasizes the interaction between individuals and their environment.
#12
What is the primary focus of the psychodynamic perspective in psychology?
Studying unconscious processes and childhood experiences
ExplanationThe psychodynamic perspective focuses on studying unconscious processes and childhood experiences.
#13
What is the primary goal of positive psychology?
To understand and enhance human strengths and virtues
ExplanationThe primary goal of positive psychology is to understand and enhance human strengths and virtues.
#14
Who developed the social learning theory, which emphasizes the role of observation and imitation in learning?
Albert Bandura
ExplanationAlbert Bandura developed the social learning theory.
#15
According to the sociocultural perspective in psychology, behavior is influenced by:
Social and cultural factors
ExplanationSocial and cultural factors influence behavior according to the sociocultural perspective.
#16
What is the primary focus of the evolutionary perspective in psychology?
Understanding how behavior and mental processes help organisms adapt to their environment
ExplanationThe evolutionary perspective focuses on understanding how behavior and mental processes aid in adaptation.