Post-Reading Questions

1. Why is psychology considered a science? How do we apply critical thinking skills to empirical analysis?
2. How is psychology used in the field of therapy or counseling?
3. What is contemporary psychology? Who are some of the major contributors to this specific era in psychology?

Critical Thinking Questions

1. Suppose Abraham Maslow, B. F Skinner, and Cecil Sumner decided to sit, have a cup of coffee, and discuss behavior. How do you imagine this conversation would unfold? What would be the one thing they might possibly agree on? What issues would they differ on?
2. Which career in psychology is the most appealing to you as a young budding psychologist, and why? Give at least two reasons to support your answer.

Review Activity