Psychology Question bank

1.1.1 Processes of memory

1.1.2 Types of memory

1.1.3 Multi-store model of memory

1.1.4 Features of each memory store

1.1.5 Primacy and recency effects

1.1.6 Working memory model components

1.1.7 Features of working memory components

1.1.8 Dual processing tasks

1.1.9 Reconstructive memory theory

1.1.10 Bartlett's War of the Ghosts study

1.1.11 Factors affecting accuracy of memory

1.2.1 Sensation versus perception

1.2.2 Monocular depth cues

1.2.3 Binocular depth cues

1.2.4 Gibson's direct theory of perception

1.2.5 Motion parallax

1.2.6 Explanations for visual illusions

1.2.7 Examples of visual illusions

1.2.8 Gregory's constructivist theory

1.2.9 Factors affecting perception

1.2.10 Studies of factors affecting perception

1.3.1 Divisions of the nervous system

1.3.2 The endocrine system

1.3.3 Autonomic nervous system and fight or flight

1.3.4 James-Lange theory of emotion

1.3.5 Structure and function of neurons

1.3.6 Synaptic transmission

1.3.7 Hebb's theory of learning

1.3.8 Brain structure

1.3.9 Localisation of function in the brain

1.3.10 Penfield's study of the interpretive cortex

1.3.11 Cognitive neuroscience

1.3.12 Brain scanning techniques

1.3.13 Tulving's 'gold' memory study

1.3.14 Effects of neurological damage

1.4.1 Hypotheses

1.4.2 Types of variables

1.4.3 Sampling methods

1.4.4 Strengths and weaknesses of sampling methods

1.4.5 The experimental method

1.4.6 Experimental designs

1.4.7 Laboratory experiments

1.4.8 Field and natural experiments

1.4.9 Interviews

1.4.10 Questionnaires

1.4.11 Case studies

1.4.12 Observation studies

1.4.13 Strengths and weaknesses of research methods

1.4.14 Correlation and scatter diagrams

1.4.15 Strengths and weaknesses of correlations

1.4.16 Controlling extraneous variables

1.4.17 Planning research: reliability and validity

1.4.18 Ethical issues in research

1.4.19 Dealing with ethical issues

1.5.1 Quantitative and qualitative data

1.5.2 Primary and secondary data

1.5.3 Mathematical expressions

1.5.4 Measures of central tendency and range

1.5.5 Frequency tables and diagrams

1.5.6 Charts for data display

1.5.7 Normal distribution

2.1.1 Language and thought

2.1.2 Variation in recall and colour recognition

2.1.3 Human versus animal communication

2.1.4 Von Frisch's bee study

2.1.5 Properties unique to human communication

2.1.6 Verbal and non-verbal communication

2.1.7 Functions of eye contact

2.1.8 Body language

2.1.9 Personal space

2.1.10 Darwin's evolutionary theory of NVC

2.1.11 Evidence NVC is innate or learned

2.2.1 Factors affecting conformity

2.2.2 Conformity: Asch

2.2.3 Obedience and Agency theory

2.2.4 Dispositional factors in obedience

2.2.5 Factors affecting bystander intervention

2.2.6 Studies of bystander behaviour

2.2.7 Collective behaviour in crowds

2.3.1 Incidence of mental health problems over time

2.3.2 Characteristics of mental health

2.3.3 Cultural variations in beliefs

2.3.4 Challenges of modern living

2.3.5 Recognition and social stigma

2.3.6 Individual effects of mental health problems

2.3.7 Social effects of mental health problems

2.3.8 Diagnosing OCD

2.3.9 Explanations of OCD

2.3.10 Therapy for OCD

2.3.11 Kearns's CBT study

2.3.12 Diagnosing PTSD

2.3.13 Explanations of PTSD

2.3.14 Therapy for PTSD

2.3.15 Eftekhari's exposure therapy study

2.4 Research methods