Psychology 101 Review Outline Chapter 1: Introduction I. Basic Definitions (pg 3-5): A. Psychology - The scientific study of behavior and mental processes B. Theory - A general principle proposed to explain facts are related C. Hypothesis - A testable prediction about conditions under which particular behaviors or mental processes work D. Replication - Repetition of a study to verify research findings E. Goals of Psychology - To describe‚ explain‚ predict‚ and influence behavior/mental
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Environmental Management -Sulfates Suffery or rotten egg smell high levels- over 500 mgll‚ temporary diarrhea -Nitrogen Nitrates - blue baby syndrome Limit-10mg/l -Eutrophication Too many nutrients. Too much algae Leads to oxygen drops Fish kills -Phosphorus Causes eutrophication From agricultural runoff - detergents Removal may cause rise in sewerbills -Toxins Lead‚ arsenic‚ some solvents‚ Pesticides Mutagens- can cause mutations in DNA Carcinogens- cause cancer (in peanut butter)
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! " # $ # % " # & ’ $((() * * %+‚+% & & & $((( CHRA MANUAL 2nd EDITION TABLE OF CONTENT Page Chapter 1 : Introduction Chapter 2 : Concepts Chapter 3 : Steps in Assessment Chapter 4 : Deciding the Assessor Chapter 5 :Gather Information Chapter 6 : Divide into Work Units Chapter 7 : Determine Degree of Hazard Chapter 8 : Evaluate Exposure Chapter 9 : Control Measures Chapter 10 : Concluding The Assessment Chapter 11 : Action to be taken Chapter 12 : Record Keeping Chapter 13 : Review
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Psychology January 8th‚ 2014 Chapter 9: Intelligence and Psychological Testing Key Concepts in Psychological Testing Standardization - Test norms - Standardization group Reliability - Correlation coefficient Validity - Content validity (ex. Acadia entrance test thats only math based‚ not fair to all) - Criterion-related validity (ex. test is able to predict something important - Construct validity Characteristics of a good test - Reliability: test-retest (test again)‚ split half (score
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What is FAS/FASD? Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is a set of physical and mental birth defects that can result when a woman drinks alcohol during her pregnancy. When a pregnant woman drinks alcohol‚ such as beer‚ wine‚ or mixed drinks‚ so does her baby. Alcohol passes through the placenta right into the developing baby. The baby may suffer lifelong damage as a result. FAS is characterized by brain damage‚ facial deformities‚ and growth deficits. Heart‚ liver‚ and kidney defects also are common‚ as
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Entry Ticket As you enter the meeting‚ please post your answer to this question. NOTE: There is no right or wrong answer! What do you think could be a possible cause of autism? This week’s agenda: Unit 2! Studies • Multimedia: • Launch ABA Case Study Portfolio • Launch ABA Terminology Game • Readings: • The Autistic Spectrum • Chapter 4 • “First Causes” pg. 115125/Summary pg. 140-141 • Chapter 13 This week’s agenda: Unit 2! Studies • Search the Capella Library or a professional site (i
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CHAPTER 1 HISTORY‚ THEORY‚ AND RESEARCH STRATEGIES MULTIPLE CHOICE: PLEASE RECORD YOUR RESPONSES USING A NO. 2 PENCIL ON A SCANTRON 1) Develop mental science is a field of study devoted to A) proving contemporary theories of develop ment. B) understanding abnormal develop ment in children and adolescents. C) understanding constancy and change throughout the lifespan. D) identifying genetic contributions to disease and illness. 2) Theories are vital tools for develop mental researchers because they
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Preeclampsia The following section is entitled “Preeclampsia”. This section familiarizes the medical provider with the diagnostic features and medical management of preeclampsia. The section begins with a learner handout with space for the learner to make their own notes. The learner handout is followed by the teaching script for the educator. Relevant cases for discussion and a bibliography of articles related to preeclampsia and chronic hypertension in pregnancy can be found at the end of this
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different populations of genetically distinct cells that originate from different zygotes involved in sexual reproduction Understand the types of injuries/assaults an early embryo can withstand and still develop normally. LOTS OF SHIT Understand what teratogens are and when they are most likely to affect an embryo. What is Thalidomide? An agent or factor that causes malformation of an embryo. Likely to affect during gastrulation. Thalidomide was a drug formally used as a sedative‚ but in the ‘60’s was
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