AP Psychology: History & Research Methods 2

Question 1

Wilhelm Wundt is credited with founding what in 1879?

Accepted Answer

The first psychology laboratory

Answer

Wundt opened the first experimental psychology lab at the University of Leipzig in 1879.

Question 2

The school of structuralism, led by Edward Titchener, used which primary method?

Accepted Answer

Introspection

Answer

Structuralists used introspection to break down conscious experience into basic elements.

Question 3

William James is most associated with which early school of psychology?

Accepted Answer

Functionalism

Answer

James founded functionalism, focusing on the purpose of mental processes for adaptation.

Question 4

Which perspective emphasizes how the unconscious mind and childhood experiences shape behavior?

Accepted Answer

Psychodynamic

Answer

The psychodynamic perspective, rooted in Freud, stresses unconscious drives and early experiences.

Question 5

A psychologist who studies how serotonin levels relate to depression is working within which perspective?

Accepted Answer

Biological

Answer

The biological perspective examines how brain chemistry, genes, and physiology influence behavior.

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