Psych 1101 - Course Review

Research

100

This is the variable in an experiment that is manipulated by the researcher. 

Independent Variable 

200

A study that collects data from the same individuals over a long period of time is known as this. 

Longitudinal Study 

300

This statistical measure indicated the strength and direction of the relationship between two variables

Also: ________ does not equal causation

Correlation 

400

This research method involves observing behavior in its natural environment without interference. 

Naturalistic Observation 

500

This is the term for when neither of the participants nor the researchers know who is in the control or experimental group?

Double Blind Study

Learning

100

This type of learning occurs when a neutral stimulus is repeatedly paired with an unconditioned stimulus to elicit a conditioned response. 

Classical Conditioning 

200

This psychologist is known for his work on classical conditioning with dogs. 

Ivan Pavlov 

300

This type of learning occurs by observing and imitating the actions of others

Observational Learning

400

In operant conditioning, this type of reinforcement involves removing an unpleasant stimulus to increase behavior. 

Negative reinforcement

500

This schedule of reinforcement rewards behavior after an unpredictable number of responses, leading to high and steady rates of behavior. 

Variable ratio schedule 

Treatment

100

This is the term for the professional relationship between a therapist and client that helps facilitate positive change 

Therapeutic Alliance 

200

This type of group therapy is often used in addiction treatment and follows a 12-step program

What is Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)?

300

This type of therapy for couples focuses on improving communication and resolving conflicts

Couples of Marital Therapy 

400

This therapy, developed by Carl Rogers, emphasizes unconditional positive regard and empathy

Client-Centered Therapy 

500

This treatment approach uses medications like SSRIs to address chemical imbalances in the brain

Pharmacotherapy 

Mental Health Illnesses

100

This is a disorder characterized by persistent feelings of sadness and a lack of interest in previously enjoyable activities 

Major Depressive Disorder 

200

This anxiety disorder involves fear and avoidance of social situations where one might be judged or scrutinized 

Social Anxiety Disorder 

300

This disorder is characterized by alternating periods of extreme euphoria (mania) and depression

Bipolar Disorder

400

This mental disorder is associated with delusions, hallucinations, and disorganized thinking

Schizophrenia 

500

This personality disorder is marked by an intense fear of abandonment, unstable relationships, and impulsive behavior

Borderline Personality Disorder 

Personality

100

This personality test uses 10 Inkblots to assess an individual's underlying thoughts and feelings 

Rorschach Inkblot Test 

200

This psychologist developed the hierarchy of needs, culminating in self-actualization

Abraham Maslow 

300

This term refers to enduring patterns of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that make an individual unique 

Personality 

400

The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) is based on the theories of this psychologist 

Carl Jung

500

According to Freud, this defense mechanism involves blocking unpleasant memories or impulses from conscious awareness. 

Repression