The idea that psychology should be based only on observable, measurable behaviors is central to ______

a. behaviorism
b. cognitive theory
c. structuralism
d. psychodynamic theory


a

Psychology

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Which of the following assumptions is made by a therapist using the Rep Test?

A. The constructs listed by the clients are unique to the testing situation. B. The constructs listed by the clients are limited to the set of people used in the test. C. All healthy people use basically the same constructs. D. People are able to adequately describe the constructs they use.

Psychology

In a psychology class, the students have to turn in a topic report every two weeks. Typically, they get in a writing frenzy a couple of days before the report is due; then they do not write anything until right before the next due date. This pattern of responding illustrates the partial reinforcement schedule known as __________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

Psychology

Carrie is being held by her father. She is smiling at him one minute and then, unexpectedly, she slaps his face. This is a sign of which type of attachment?

insecure-avoidant disorganized secure-detached ambivalent

Psychology

According to Sternberg's theory, what causes people to get smarter with age?

a. knowledge c. increased IQ b. experience d. instruction/education

Psychology