Famous Psychologist
This psychologist developed the theory of classical conditioning after observing dogs salivating at the sound of a bell.
Ivan Pavlov
This theory focuses on observable behaviour and how people learn through rewards, punishments, and associations.
What is Behaviourism
According to Freud, this part of personality seeks immediate pleasure and satisfaction
What is the Id
People often change their behaviour to fit in with a group. This is known as this
What is Conformity
A reward that increases the likelihood of a behaviour occurring again
What is Positive Reinforcement
This psychologist proposed the hierarchy of needs and believed people strive for self-actualization.
Abraham Maslow
This theory focuses on thinking, memory, perception, and problem-solving.
What is Cognitive Theory
According to Erikson, the major conflict during adolescence is this.
What is Identity vs. Role Confusion
People may be less likely to help someone in need when others are present because of this phenomenon.
What is the Bystander Effect
A defence mechanism where a person refuses to accept reality.
What is Denial
This psychologist believed much of human behaviour is influenced by the unconscious mind.
Sigmund Freud
This theory emphasizes free will, personal growth, and human potential.
What is Humanistic Theory
This attachment style is characterized by trust, emotional security, and healthy relationships.
What is Secure Attachment
This social group is often the first and strongest influence on beliefs, values, and communication patterns.
What is Family
The debate about whether behaviour is influenced more by genetics or environment is known as this.
What is Nature vs. Nurture
This psychologist studied attachment between infants and caregivers.
Mary Ainsworth
This theory argues that unconscious conflicts and childhood experiences shape behaviour.
Psychodynamic Theory
According to Jung, these universal symbolic patterns appear across cultures and myths.
What are Archetypes
According to psychology, group identity can influence these four areas often seen in sports teams.
What are confidence, motivation, aggression, and cooperation
The highest level of Maslow's hierarchy where a person reaches their full potential
What is Self-Actualization
This psychologist studied identical twins separated at birth to investigate genetics and behaviour.
Who is Thomas Bouchard
This perspective examines how gender roles, power structures, and social expectations influence behaviour.
What is Feminist Psychology
This psychologist introduced the concept of unconditional positive regard.
Who is Carl Rogers
This concept explains how responsibility becomes spread among many people, reducing the likelihood that someone will help.
What is Diffusion of Responsibility
The process by which a learned response occurs after associating two stimuli together.
What is Classical Conditioning