Introduction to Psychology - Key Terms and Empirical Research

Vocabulary flashcards covering core introductory psychology concepts, definitions, and specific empirical research studies mentioned in the transcript.

Subjective

Refers to personal thoughts or views that apply specifically to an individual rather than to all people.

Objective

An impersonal, unbiased approach that applies to all people.

Psychology

The scientific study of mental activity and behavior, which depend on processing in the brain.

Empiricism

An objective, evidence-based approach used by psychologists to systematically investigate and measure thoughts, feelings, behavior, and brain processes.

Brain

The biological structure responsible for all mental activity and behaviors, allowing individuals to process information, feel emotions, and respond.

Petimar et al. (2019) Study

A four-year study examining McDonald's menu changes in northeastern U.S. regions, which found no long-term reduction in the calories of food purchased after calorie information was displayed.

Petimar et al. (2021) Finding

A study finding that displaying calorie labels at McDonald's in the southern United States resulted in only a minor $4.7\text{ percent}$ reduction in food calories purchased.

Cawley et al. (2020) Finding

Research indicating that viewing calorie information on fast-food menus is associated with only small long-term changes in food purchases at those restaurants.