1. Introduction to Psychology

The theory of operant conditioning was developed by

_____ suggests that behavioral responses are reinforced when rewarded with pleasurable consequences.

When Rashid graduated from college, he believed he had finally achieved his full potential. Abraham Maslow called this type of achievement

_____ is the study of the physical changes in the brain and nervous system during thinking.

The sociocultural perspective studies

Biopsychology has found clear evidence of a biological cause for

Which perspective focuses on the biological bases for universal mental characteristics that all humans share?

Liliana is seeing a psychologist because of her intense fear of closed-in spaces. Liliana's therapist believes that her fear is the result of unresolved conflicts regarding her parents, as well as childhood experiences she had with them. To which school of psychology does Liliana's therapist most likely belong?

Ms. Glass tells her students every day how much she wants everyone to succeed, but that they each must choose to attend class and study effectively in order to be successful. She reminds them that the individual choices they make will dramatically affect their outcomes for success. To which perspective of psychology does Ms. Glass's philosophy on academic performance best relate?

Since birth, Jared has experienced a disturbing twitch that interferes with his ability to function. Through careful observation, it was discovered that Jared's uncontrollable behavior may be the result of a genetic predisposition. The psychological perspective that correlates best with this finding is