5 More Psychology Trivia Questions (Day 9)

Here are 5 more psychology trivia questions and another psychology joke we found online. Enjoy!

41. What is the six-letter "A" term used in neurology which typically refers to the lack of will or initiative? Although the severity can vary, this typically means an individual is unable to make decisions independently.

42. The "Big Five" is a well-known suggested taxonomy for personality traits that has been developed through psychology trait theory since the 1980s. The grouping is occasionally known by its acronym OCEAN, because the five traits are openness to experience, conscientiousness, extraversion, agreeableness, and what fifth trait?

43. What is the “M” term for the condition often associated with euphoric behavior such as frivolity and the inability to act seriously? The condition is found to originate in frontal lobe lesions and includes a lack of foresight.

44. What 19th-century psychologist, whose brother wrote “The Ambassadors,” founded a psychological practice known as pragmatism, which views things based on their practical use and success?

45. In his 1943 paper “A Theory Of Human Motivation,” Abraham Maslow theorized a hierarchy of human needs, with each need built upon fulfilling the last. This hierarchy was visually presented in what shape?

Answers:

41: Abulia

42: Neuroticism

43: Moria

44: William James

45: Pyramid

Psychology Joke of the Day:

9. I learned to smile, avoiding happiness advice.

(Quote by Brian Spellman, The Cartoonist’s Book Camp)

– From the Watercoolertrivia.com article “119 Psychology Trivia Questions Ranked from Easiest to Hardest (Updated for 2024)” at www.watercoolertrivia.com/trivia-questions/psychology-trivia-questions and a compilation by David Deslauriers at www.linkedin.com/pulse/twenty-mental-health-jokes-humorous-quotes-david-deslauriers