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EXAM 1 REVIEW

Remember to bring a number 2 pencil and a scantron answer sheet. 

You will be responsible for the material presented  in chapters 1 and 2

You will be responsible for material presented in class (lectures and films) including the following:

• Definition of psychology?

                -what is it, who does it, why it's done?

• Difference between psychologists and psychiatrists
   
• Cultural influences
   
• SQ4R method
   
• Scientific Method

           - Testimonials

            -Pseudopsychology

                *Film on Secrets of the Psychics

            -Correlational Research

            -Hypotheses and operational definitions

           - Objectivity, Reliability, Validity

            -Naturalistic Observation

            -Surveys

            -Case Studies

           - Experiments

                *IV, DV, Experimental Group, Control Group

The Nervous System

    CNS

        Spinal Cord

            Afferent & Efferent neurons

            Reflex Arc

        Brain

            Neurons

            Neurotransmitters

            Major Divisions

            Hemispheric Specialization

            Split Brain Research

            Sex Differences

    PNS

Feel free to contact me if you have any questions.  Remember I am happy to set up a time to meet to review the material and answer questions if my office hours are not convenient for you.

GOOD LUCK STUDYING!