What Did John Watson Believe That Psychologists Should Study

question 106

Multiple Choice

What did John Watson believe that psychologists should study?

• A)observable behaviour.
• B)participants' verbal reports of sensations,images,and feelings.
• C)learning rather than performance.
• D)states of consciousness.

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Definitions:

Fraternal Birth-Order Effect

A psychological theory suggesting that a male is more likely to be homosexual if he has a greater number of older brothers.

Maternal Immune Response

The immune system's reaction of a pregnant woman to foreign antigens, which can influence pregnancy outcomes.

Skin-To-Skin STIs

Sexually transmitted infections that can be transmitted through direct skin-to-skin contact, not requiring the exchange of bodily fluids.

Contracting HIV

The process of becoming infected with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus, which can lead to AIDS if not treated.