d) evolutionary
Consider This: In this perspective, there is emphasis on the development of a sense of self, social and interpersonal relationships, and the discovery of other motivations behind a person’s behavior. LO 1.3 Summarize the basic ideas behind the seven modern perspectives in psychology.
Topic: The Field of Psychology Today
ANS: a, Understand the Concepts, LO 1.3 Summarize the basic ideas behind the seven modern perspectives in psychology. (2)
EOM Q1.2.5
Which of the following professionals in psychology has a doctoral degree but it is not in medicine?
a) psychologist
b) psychiatrist
Consider This: These professionals undergo intense academic training, learning about many different areas of psychology before choosing a specialization. LO 1.4 Differentiate between the various types of professionals within the field of psychology.
c) psychiatric nurse
Consider This: These professionals undergo intense academic training, learning about many different areas of psychology before choosing a specialization. LO 1.4 Differentiate between the various types of professionals within the field of psychology.
d) psychiatric social worker
Consider This: These professionals undergo intense academic training, learning about many different areas of psychology before choosing a specialization. LO 1.4 Differentiate between the various types of professionals within the field of psychology.
Topic: The Field of Psychology Today
ANS: a, Understand the Concepts, LO 1.4 Differentiate between the various types of professionals within the field of psychology. (1)
EOM Q1.2.6
If Dr. Swasey is like most psychologists, where does she probably work?
a) university/college
b) self-employed
Consider This: There are many different work settings for psychologists. LO 1.4 Differentiate between the various types of professionals within the field of psychology.
c) federal government
Consider This: There are many different work settings for psychologists. LO 1.4 Differentiate between the various types of professionals within the field of psychology.
d) state or local government
Consider This: There are many different work settings for psychologists. LO 1.4 Differentiate between the various types of professionals within the field of psychology.
Topic: The Field of Psychology Today
ANS: a, Understand the Concepts, LO 1.4 Differentiate between the various types of professionals within the field of psychology. (2)
Quiz: 1.5-1.9 Scientific Research
Multiple Choice Single Select
EOM Q1.3.1
Dr. White noticed something odd happening to the behavior of his students as midterm exams neared. He decided to take notes about this behavior to find out exactly what was happening and the circumstances surrounding the behavior. His goal is clearly
a) description.
b) explanation.
Consider This: This involves observing a behavior and noting everything about it: what is happening, where it happens, to whom it happens, and under what circumstances it seems to happen. LO 1.5 Recall the five steps of the scientific approach.
c) prediction.
Consider This: This involves observing a behavior and noting everything about it: what is happening, where it happens, to whom it happens, and under what circumstances it seems to happen. LO 1.5 Recall the five steps of the scientific approach.
d) control.
Consider This: This involves observing a behavior and noting everything about it: what is happening, where it happens, to whom it happens, and under what circumstances it seems to happen. LO 1.5 Recall the five steps of the scientific approach.
Topic: Scientific Research
ANS: a, Apply What You Know, LO 1.5 Recall the five steps of the scientific approach. (2)