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AP Psychology Flashcards

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What is classical conditioning?

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Learning through association - pairing a neutral stimulus with an unconditioned stimulus until the neutral stimulus triggers the response alone (Pavlov's dogs).

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What is the difference between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems?

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Sympathetic = 'fight or flight' (activates stress response). Parasympathetic = 'rest and digest' (calms the body down).

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What are the stages of Piaget's cognitive development?

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Sensorimotor (0-2), Preoperational (2-7), Concrete Operational (7-11), Formal Operational (11+)

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What is confirmation bias?

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The tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information that confirms our pre-existing beliefs.

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What does the hippocampus do?

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Located in the limbic system, it's crucial for forming new memories and spatial navigation.

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Study Tips for AP Psychology

Connect psychological theories to real-world examples for better retention

Learn key researchers alongside their contributions (Pavlov, Skinner, Freud)

Focus on distinguishing between similar concepts (classical vs operant conditioning)

Use flashcards to memorize brain structures and their functions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is AP Psychology hard?

AP Psychology is considered one of the more accessible AP courses, but it requires memorizing many terms, theories, and researchers. Flashcards are particularly effective for this course.

How many terms should I know for AP Psychology?

Plan to learn 300-500 key terms and concepts. Focus on definitions, key researchers, and being able to apply concepts to scenarios.

What percentage of AP Psychology is memorization?

About 60-70% relies on knowing key terms and theories. The rest tests application and analysis. Flashcards handle the memorization; practice tests build application skills.

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