Science of Psychology
This founder of behaviorism believed psychology should study observable behavior rather than the mind.
John B. Watson
This part of the neuron carries signals away from the cell body.
axon
This stage of Piaget’s theory begins around age 12 when individuals begin thinking abstractly.
formal operational stage
This doctrine teaches that humans are created in the image of God and therefore have inherent value.
Imago Dei
This type of sleep is when most vivid dreaming occurs.
REM sleep
In research, this variable is the one being measured to see if it changes.
dependent variable
This part of the brain controls breathing, heart rate, and other vital survival functions.
medulla
This concept means babies understand that objects still exist even when they cannot see them.
object permanence
According to the biblical storyline, this event explains why human thinking and behavior are often broken or sinful.
the Fall
The brain is divided into these two large halves.
hemispheres
This research method involves watching and recording behavior without interfering.
naturalistic observation
The tiny gap between neurons where neurotransmitters travel is called this.
synapse
This developmental psychologist proposed eight stages of psychosocial development.
Erik Erickson
In the biblical worldview framework, this stage describes how Christ restores people through salvation.
Redemption
This neurotransmitter is strongly linked with pleasure and reward in the brain.
dopamine
This lobe of the brain is responsible for decision-making, planning, and personality.
frontal lobe
This term describes the belief that everyone is watching and judging you during adolescence.
imaginary audience
In the final stage of the biblical story, God promises to make all things new and restore creation completely.
Restoration
This part of the brain helps regulate emotions like fear and aggression.
amygdala
A result showing that two variables move together but do not prove cause is called this.
correlation does not equal causation
This system includes glands that release hormones into the bloodstream.
endocrine system
This parenting style combines high expectations with warmth and support and is generally associated with the best child outcomes.
authoritative parenting
This New Testament verse teaches believers to love God with all their heart, soul, and mind.
Matthew 22:37
This brain imaging technique records electrical activity in the brain using electrodes placed on the scalp.
EEG (electroencephalogram)