Psychology 1000 Study Guide - Social Desirability Bias, Myelin, Confounding

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 1000
• Professor: Dr.Mike

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Theoretical perspectives: give a brief description of how each of the following major perspectives in. Psychology would view human behavior: biological perspective. How is this different from a theory: what are the four steps in gathering scientific evidence, why are some of the problems with hindsight understanding, define the following terms/concepts: Methods of research: describe each of the following research methods. Negatively correlated: what conclusions can we draw based on correlation evidence, describe the components of an experiment. Threats to validity of research: define internal validity. Reaction range: explain the difference between dominant and recessive genes, differentiate between genotype and phenotype, explain the process of the following genetic engineering techniques: Gene knockout technique: differentiate between each of the following: What has research indicated about the genetic contribution of various personality traits: discuss the nature/nurture controversy as it relates to intelligence. How is the concept of reaction range: important in this discussion: discuss the purposes & advantages of genetic counseling. 10.