Psychology Basics
What is psychology?
The scientific study of the mind and behavior
What happens when you try to focus on several things at once?
It can become harder to concentrate and do each task well
What is one thing our memory allows us to do?
Remember information
Can two people experience different emotions when facing the same situation? Why?
Yes, they might have different backgrounds
Name one physical sign of stress.
A faster heartbeat, muscle tension, or changes in breathing.
Name one thing psychologists study
Thoughts, feelings, or motives
What is one example of something that can distract you while studying?
A phone, television, or other people
What is one way to help yourself remember information?
By repeating it
Name two emotions someone might feel before a big test.
nervousness, anxiety, fear, regret(not studying enough), excitement, etc.
Name one activity that can support emotional health.
Playing sports, spending time with family, or enjoying a hobby.
What is one way psychologists learn new information?
Tests or expirements
What might happen to your work if you constantly switch between homework and watching videos?
It may take longer to finish, and you may make more mistakes.
How could creating connections between new information and something you already know help your memory?
It gives you something familiar to associate the new information with.
Do emotions always determine the choices we make?
No, we can recognize these emotions and choose how to respond
What is one thing you can do when you feel overwhelmed by homework?
Take a short break, make a plan, or ask someone for help
Why might two people react differently to the same situation?
They may have different thoughts, feelings, or experiences
What kind of music is good to help you concentrate? Why?
If you have a test tomorrow, should you test yourself or reread your notes? Why did you choose your answer?
Test yourself because you actively try to remember information
A student is feeling frustrated and disagrees with a group mate during project. How should they respond?
Calmly explain how they feel, listen to the classmate's perspective, and work together to find a solution.
Why can taking a short break be helpful?
It can help you feel refreshed and regain focus
What is the difference between studying the mind and studying behavior?
The mind involves thoughts and feelings, while behavior involves observable actions
Why might someone overlook a familiar object when searching for something specific in a crowded room?
Their attention is focused on finding a particular item, so they may fail to notice other objects around them.
What is one strategy that can help you remember a list of objects?
Grouping similar objects into categories, also called chunking.
What does the phrase 'emotions are information, not instructions' mean?
Emotions tell us something about how we feel, but they do not have to control our actions.
A student is feeling overwhelmed with an assignment. What are a few things they can do to manage the situation?
Pause to recognize how they feel, make a plan to organize their assignments, and take a break.