Question 1

Distinguish between a theory, a hypothesis, and an operational definition. You must also provide an example for each one.

Question 2

When people think of psychology, they usually think of mental disorders, emotional disorders, abnormal acts, personal problems, and psychotherapy, but it relates to many different areas of life. Define psychology, and describe how it addresses topics from a scientific perspective. Your answer must include two specific examples.

Question 3

Compare the three early psychologies of structuralism, functionalism, and psychoanalysis. Your response should identify the major thinkers who promoted each of these schools of thought and an example of an area they would examine.

Question 4

Identify the differences between case studies, naturalistic and laboratory observations, tests, surveys, correlational studies, and experiments.