Chapter 1, Problem 1E

Summary Introduction

To match: Each subfield of psychology with the issues or questions posed given.

Answer to Problem 1E

Correct answer:

Explanation of Solution

a. Behavioral neuroscience - 4. What chemicals are released in the human body as a result of a stressful event? What are their effects on the behavior?

Behavioral neuroscience deals with the biology and psychology of behavior. In the given option, the statement is about the chemicals that are secreted at the time of stress and its effect.

b. Experimental psychology - 8. A psychologist is intrigued by the fact that some people are much more sensitive to painful stimuli than others are.

Experimental psychology is a branch of psychology that deals with the study of processes of senses, perception, learning and thinking about the world. The given option is about the psychologist’s interest in variation between sensitivity to stimuli in people.

c. Cognitive psychology - 10. What mental strategies are involved in solving complex word problems?

Cognitive psychology is the branch of psychology that deals with the study of higher mental processing. The higher mental processing includes memory, knowing, reasoning, thinking, judging, problem solving, language, and decision making. The given option is about the reasoning, thinking, knowing, and problem solving required by the individuals to solve complex world problems.

d. Developmental psychology - 2. At what age do children generally begin to acquire an emotional attachment to their fathers?

Developmental psychology is the branch of psychology that deals with the study of the growth and developmental changes that occur during the life span of an individual. The given option is about the age of children (developmental stage) when they acquire emotional attachment to their fathers.

e. Personality psychology - 5. Luis is unique in his manner of responding to crisis situations, with an even temperament and a positive outlook.

Personality psychology is a branch of psychology that deals with the study of changes and consistency in an individual’s behavior and the differences that distinguishes one individual from the other. The given option is about Person L. who has a unique behavior while responding to crisis.

f. Health psychology - 7. Janetta’s job is demanding and stressful. She wonders if her lifestyle is making her more prone to certain illnesses, such as cancer and heart disease.

Health psychology is the branch of psychology that deals with the study of physical diseases that have psychological factors. The given option is whether stress, a psychological factor causes illnesses in Person J.

g. Clinical psychology - 9. A strong fear of crowds leads a young man to seek treatment for his problem.

Clinical psychology is the branch of psychology that deals with the study of diagnosis and treatment of abnormal behavior. The given option is about treatment for a person who has agoraphobia (fear of crowds).

h. Counseling psychology - 1. Joan, a college freshman, is worried about her grades. She needs to learn better organizational skills and study habits to cope with the demands of the college.

Counseling psychology is the branch of psychology that deals with the study of problems related to education, social and career adjustment of a person. The given option is about Person J who has problems in education.

i. Educational psychology - 11. What teaching methods most effectively motivate elementary school students to successfully accomplish academic tasks?

Educational psychology is the branch of counseling psychology that deals with the study of problems related to education. The given option is about the teaching methods to encourage elementary school students to complete academic tasks

j. School psychology - 6. The teachers of 8-year-old Jack are concerned that he has recently begun to withdraw socially and shows little interest in schoolwork.

School psychology is the branch of counseling psychology that deals with the study of problems related to school, school teachers, and school students. The given option is about a school student Person J who shows social interaction problems and lack of interest in schoolwork.

k. Social psychology - 3. It is thought that pornographic films that depict violence against women may prompt aggressive behavior in some men.

Social psychology is the branch of psychology that deals with the study of the way in which the thoughts, actions, and feelings of individuals is affected by others. The given option is about pornographic films with violence against women induce aggressive behavior in some men who watch it.

l. Industrial psychology - 12. Jessica is asked to develop a management strategy that will encourage safer work practices in an assembly plant.

Industrial psychology is the branch of psychology that deals with the study of problems related to employers and employees in industries. The given option is about development of management strategies to motivate safe work practices in an industry.