psychology as a science

• What reputation does psychology have among some scientists?

  Not being a proper science
• Why do some psychologists get offended by criticism?

  They believe psychology is a valid science
• What is a key characteristic of science regarding ideas?

  Ideas must be tested carefully
• How does psychology differ from biology, chemistry, and physics in research?

  Psychology studies behavior, not physical entities
• What is the most complex structure known to us?

  The brain
• How does the brain respond to observation?

  It changes its behavior
• Why is objectivity difficult in psychological research?

  Researchers may be emotionally invested
• How long has psychology been around in its present form?

  About 100 years
• What are the key features of scientific research in psychology?

  • Empirical method: Knowledge from experience
  • Objectivity: Avoiding bias in data collection
  • Control: Managing extraneous variables
  • Replicability: Standardized procedures for repetition
  • Falsifiability: Theories must be testable
• What does the empirical method rely on?

  Experience and direct observation
• What is the importance of objectivity in research?

  Avoids bias in data interpretation
• What is a systematic data collection process?

  Carefully planned and consistent gathering
• What is the purpose of the double-blind technique?

  Avoid bias by keeping researchers unaware
• What is the role of peer review in research?

  To identify bias and validate findings
• What does replicability ensure in scientific research?

  Confidence in the validity of results
• Why is control important in experiments?

  To demonstrate cause and effect relationships
• What is falsifiability in scientific theories?

  The ability to be tested and potentially disproven
• What example did Popper use to explain falsifiability?

  All swans are white
• Why is the concept of a soul considered unfalsifiable?

  It cannot be empirically tested
• What is a paradigm shift according to Thomas Kuhn?

  A significant change in scientific thinking
• What was the Copernican revolution?

  A shift from Earth-centered to Sun-centered model
• How did Freud's approach differ from behaviorism?

  Freud focused on internal processes, behaviorism did not
• What is the inductive process of theory construction?

  Starting with observations to form general theories
• What is the deductive method in research?

  Testing hypotheses based on established theories
• What happens if a theory withstands multiple tests?

  Confidence in its validity increases
• What resources are available for students on psychboost.com?

  Tutorial videos and printable resources
• Who supports the development of the research methods unit?

  Students and teachers on Patreon
• What is the purpose of the tutorial videos mentioned?

  To provide exam tips and examples
• What is the significance of the shout-out to patrons?

  They support the creator's part-time teaching
• What is the main focus of the next research methods video?

  To continue discussing research methods