#1
Which psychological association is known for its focus on clinical psychology and mental health issues?
APA (American Psychological Association)
ExplanationAPA focuses on clinical psychology and mental health.
#2
What is the primary mission of the APS (Association for Psychological Science)?
Promoting research in psychology
ExplanationAPS primarily promotes research in psychology.
#3
Who is often credited as the founder of psychoanalysis?
Sigmund Freud
ExplanationSigmund Freud is often credited as the founder of psychoanalysis.
#4
What is the primary focus of the American Psychiatric Association (APA) in the field of mental health?
Advocacy for psychiatric medications
ExplanationAPA advocates for psychiatric medications in mental health.
#5
Who developed the theory of cognitive development known as the stages of moral development?
Erik Erikson
ExplanationErik Erikson developed the stages of moral development theory.
#6
What is the primary focus of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)?
Advocating for school policies
ExplanationNASP primarily advocates for school policies.
#7
Which psychological association emphasizes the application of psychology in various professional settings?
APA (American Psychological Association)
ExplanationAPA emphasizes psychology's application in professional settings.
#8
What is the primary focus of the BPS (British Psychological Society)?
Promoting ethical practices in psychology
ExplanationBPS focuses on promoting ethical practices in psychology.
#9
Which psychological association is dedicated to the study and practice of industrial-organizational psychology?
SIOP (Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology)
ExplanationSIOP is dedicated to industrial-organizational psychology.
#10
Who developed the hierarchy of needs theory in psychology?
Abraham Maslow
ExplanationAbraham Maslow developed the hierarchy of needs theory.
#11
Which psychological association is known for its emphasis on the study of behavior and the application of behavioral principles?
ABA (Association for Behavior Analysis International)
ExplanationABA emphasizes studying behavior and applying behavioral principles.
#12
Who is the proponent of the social cognitive theory, emphasizing observational learning and self-regulation?
Albert Bandura
ExplanationAlbert Bandura is the proponent of social cognitive theory.
#13
Which psychological association is associated with biofeedback and psychophysiological research?
AAP (Association for Applied Psychophysiology and Biofeedback)
ExplanationAAP is associated with biofeedback and psychophysiological research.
#14
Which psychological association is known for promoting research and education in the field of neuropsychology?
INS (International Neuropsychological Society)
ExplanationINS promotes research and education in neuropsychology.
#15
Which psychological association is associated with the study of psychopharmacology and the use of medications in mental health treatment?
CPA (Canadian Psychiatric Association)
ExplanationCPA is associated with psychopharmacology and medication use.
#16
Which psychological association is associated with the study of sleep disorders and sleep medicine?
AASM (American Academy of Sleep Medicine)
ExplanationAASM is associated with sleep disorders and medicine.
#17
Which psychological association is associated with the study and treatment of eating disorders?
NEDA (National Eating Disorders Association)
ExplanationNEDA is associated with eating disorder study and treatment.