Psych of Personality / Motivation & Attitude
Who Proposed the theory of psychoanalysis focusing on the unconscious mind?
Freud
Which school of thought emphasizes the role of unconscious processes and early childhood experiences in mental health?
Psychoanalytic Theory.
Which part of the brain is responsible for regulating emotions and memory?
The limbic system.
Which drug is known to alter consciousness by causing hallucinations?
LSD
What is the term for positive stress that can motivate individuals?
This theory suggests that people are motivated by a hierarchy of needs
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
What does DSM-5 stand for?
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition.
Which part of the brain is responsible for coordinating voluntary movements and balance?
The Cerebellum
What level of consciousness involves being aware of and able to think about one's own thoughts and feelings? - DOUBLE JEOPARDY
SELF - AWARENESS
Which hormone, produced by the adrenal glands, is involved in the body's stress response?
Cortisol
What is the name of the theory that focuses on intrinsic and extrinsic motivation? -- DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Self Determination Theory
Name one protective factor that can reduce the risk of developing mental illness. -- DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Strong social support network.
What is the primary function of the hippocampus? - DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Memory Formation and spatial navigation
What is the name of the sleep stage where most dreaming occurs and the brain is highly active?
What does the "nature" aspect refer to in the nature vs. nurture debate? - DOUBLE JEOPARDY
GENETIC INHERITANCE AND BIOLOGICAL FACTORS
Behaviouralism (developmental) theories believe this about personality
Individuals interactions with environment, the decisions they make and the actions they take. Shaped by reinforcements and consequences outside of the organism. People behave in a consistent manner based on prior learning.
Name the major category that starts with the letter A that is in the list of disorders listed in the DSM-5. - DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Anxiety Disorder
What is the primary function of the amygdala?
Processing emotions, especially fear and aggression.
Which hormone, produced by pineal gland, helps regulate sleep-wake cycles?
Melatonin
Which approach emphasizes the influence of environmental factors on behavior?
What are the Big 5 personality traits in trait theory
Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, Neuroticism
Which school of thought emphasizes the importance of self-actualization and personal growth?
Humanistic Psychology
What are some of the key functions of the frontal lobe?
The frontal lobe is involved in executive functions such as decision-making, problem-solving, planning, and controlling voluntary movements.
Name one type of altered consciousness that can be induced by meditation or hypnosis.
Trance State
What does the term "nurture" refer to in the context of the nature vs. nurture debate?
Nurture refers to environmental influences, including upbringing, social interactions, and cultural factors, that shape human behavior and development.