AP PSYCHOLOGY

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PSYCHOLOGYS HISTORY APPROACHES

SUBFIELDS IN PSYCHOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A psychologist works with children whose parents are divorcing. She helps them develop skills they need to cope with the situation. Which of the following psychologists is most likely to be helping these children?
A
Industrial-organizational
B
Social
C
Research
D
Counseling
E
Community
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The correct answer is option is c. An evolutionary psychologist is most likely to be interested in studying this case study.

Detailed explanation-2: -Counseling psychology is the study and practice of helping people of all ages improve their well-being and enhance their capacities to live better lives. Counseling psychologists will work with those suffering from mental health challenges in an attempt to resolve crises and work toward a healthier lifestyle.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct answer is E. (Cognitive (psychological perspective)). Cognitive psychologists study our mental processes which enable us to think, form memories etc. They also study the way we perceive and deal with problems and the way our interpretations of different situations influence the way we behave.

Detailed explanation-4: -Cognitive psychologists, sometimes called brain scientists, study how the human brain works-how we think, remember and learn. They apply psychological science to understand how we perceive events and make decisions.

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