Brain and behavior
This part of the brain is responsible for higher thinking, decision making, and personality
Frontal lobe
What is conformity
This psychological phenomenon occurs when individuals conform to group behavior, even if they know it is incorrect
Who is Sigmund Freud
Known as the "father of psychoanalysis," this psychologist developed theories about the unconscious mind, defense mechanisms, and the id, ego, and superego.
This popular Italian dish is often topped with cheese, tomato sauce, and various toppings. What is it
Pizza
This mood disorder is characterized by extreme feelings of sadness, hopelessness, and loss of interest in activities that were once enjoyed.
Depression
This neurotransmitter is referred to as the "feel-good" chemical and is linked to reward and pleasure
Dopamine
This phenomenon occurs when people in a group make decisions that are more extreme than they would individually, often due to the desire for consensus.
Who is Jean Piaget
This psychologist created a theory of cognitive development that includes stages such as the sensorimotor and formal operational stages
What is America's most eaten fast food chain
McDonalds
This anxiety disorder involves persistent, excessive worry about various aspects of life, such as work, health, and social interactions.
Generalized anxiety disorder (GAD)
This part of the brain regulates sleep cycles and maintains homeostasis
Hypothalamus
What is the bystander effect
Who is B.F. Skinner
This behaviorist is known for his experiments with operant conditioning and the "Skinner Box
What movie has the famous quote "just keep swimming"
Finding Nemo
This disorder is marked by a pattern of pervasive distrust and suspicion of others, often leading to social isolation.
Paranoid Personality disorder
Damage to the left hemisphere can cause difficulty in speech production, known as aphasia
Broca's area
What is self-perception theory
This theory suggests that that we develop attitudes by observing our own behavior and the context in which it occurs, rather than being influenced by internal motives
Who is Abraham Maslow?
This psychologist is famous for his hierarchy of needs, which prioritizes physiological needs before self-actualization
What element is element number 104 on the periodic table
Rutherfordium (Rf)
Characterized by impulsive behavior and an inability to regulate emotions, this disorder is often linked with intense mood swings and unstable relationships.
Borderline personality disorder
What is the autonomic nervous system
This nervous system division controls involuntary bodily functions like heart rate and digestion
What is cognitive dissonance theory
This theory explains how people reduce discomfort when their actions and beliefs contradict each other, often by changing their attitudes.
Who is Philip Zimbardo?
This psychologist conducted the Stanford Prison Experiment, which studied the effects of situational power dynamics on behavior.
In a genetic cross involving two heterozygous individuals for a trait where T is dominant and t is recessive, what is the probability that the offspring will exhibit the recessive phenotype. Explain the reasoning behind your answer.
1/4 or 25%
This disorder involves recurring, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviors (compulsions) that a person feels driven to perform.
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)