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PSYCHOLOGY EXAM #1 (CHAPTERS 1-3) QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE ANSWERS
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PSYCHOLOGY EXAM #1 (CHAPTERS 1-3) QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
ANSWERS
Evolutionary - Answer-studies how natural selection and adaptation explains behavior
and mental processes
A structure important for balance and coordination is the _______. - Answer-cerebellum
The __________ regulates body temp. - Answer-hypothalamus
The brain has about 100 billion nerve cells, called ________. - Answer-neurons
The brain is divided into two halves called _________. - Answer-hemispheres
The ________ receives sensory information and relays this information to other parts of
the brain. - Answer-thalamus
The right and left sides of the cerebral cortex are connected by a thick band of nerve
fibers called the ________. - Answer-corpus callosum
The knee jerk reflex is controlled by the __________. - Answer-spinal cord
The _______ receive information from other neurons and carries that information
toward the cell body. - Answer-dendrites
The neurotransmitter, _______, is linked to elevated mood states and pain control. -
Answer-endorphines
____________ is a protective coating that speeds the transmission of neural impulses. -
Answer-Myelin Sheath
The central nervous system is divided into two major parts: the _________ and the
__________. - Answer-brain and spinal cord
The _________ prepares the body for action in stressful situations. - Answer-
sympathetic
The ________ controls "involuntary" life support functions. - Answer-Autonomic
The __________ are responsible for our higher level mental processes. - Answer-
Prefrontal Cortex
, When a neuron is not sending information, it is _______. But, this is a delicate state
because if the _______ of a resting neuron receive enough stimulation from other
neurons, the cell will become ________ and a surge of electrical energy flows down the
______. This nerve impulse is also called the _________. - Answer-polarized;
dendrites; depolarized; axon; action potential
When the nerve impulses reach the end of the axon, it has to cross a tiny space, called
the ______. This is accomplished by means of chemical messengers, called
___________, which flood out into the synapse and some of these chemical molecules
are picked up by the receiving neuron. - Answer-synapse; neurotransmitter
psychology - Answer-scientific study of the mind and behavior
hypothesis - Answer-an idea or theory that is not proven but that leads to further study
or discussion
scientific method - Answer-principles and procedures for the systematic pursuit of
knowledge involving the recognition and formulation of a problem, the collection of data
through observation and experiment, and the formulation and testing of hypotheses
empiricism - Answer-gaining knowledge through observation
introspection - Answer-processes by which someone examines their own conscious
experience in an attempt to break it into its component parts
unconscious mind - Answer-contains feelings and urges of which we have no conscious
awareness, but can still influence our behavior
developmental psychology - Answer-scientific study of development across a lifespan
personality psychology - Answer-study of patterns of thoughts and behaviors that make
each individual unique
social psychology - Answer-the study of the manner in which the personality, attitudes,
motivations, and behavior of the individual influence and are influenced by social groups
clinical psychology - Answer-area of psychology that focuses on improving emotional,
social, vocational, and other aspects of the lives of psychologically healthy individuals
Clinical or Case Studies - Answer-observational research study focusing on one or a
few people
A: provides a wealth of information
D: limit ability to generalize
Naturalistic Observation - Answer-Observing behavior in its natural environment
A: minimizes artificiality and provides higher
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