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Psychology VCE practice questions

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Question 1Nervous system functioning9 marks
Explain the process of synaptic transmission, including the roles of the presynaptic neuron, the synaptic cleft, and the postsynaptic neuron. Describe the key neurochemicals involved in this process.
What a full answer covers
The answer should explain the process of synaptic transmission, describe the roles of the presynaptic and postsynaptic neurons, and identify the key neurochemicals involved.
Question 2The demand for sleep4 marks
Describe the symptoms and consequences of sleep apnoea, and explain the differences between obstructive sleep apnoea and central sleep apnoea.
What a full answer covers
The answer should describe the symptoms and consequences of sleep apnoea, explain the differences between obstructive and central sleep apnoea, and evaluate the impact on daily functioning.
Question 3Learning and memory2 marks
Distinguish between short-term memory and long-term memory.
What a full answer covers
The answer should describe the main differences between short-term and long-term memory.
Question 4Mental wellbeing2 marks
Identify two factors that can influence an individual's mental wellbeing.
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The answer should identify one biological and one psychological factor that can influence mental wellbeing.
Question 5Stress as a psychobiological process3 marks
Describe two strategies that can be used to cope with stress.
What a full answer covers
The answer should describe two coping strategies and evaluate their effectiveness.
Question 6Learning and memory7 marks
Explain the concept of chunking and its role in improving memory. Describe a study that demonstrates the effectiveness of chunking as a memory technique.
What a full answer covers
The answer should explain the concept of chunking, describe a relevant study, and evaluate the findings and implications.
Question 7Nervous system functioning3 marks
Describe the role of the myelin sheath in the transmission of nerve impulses.
What a full answer covers
The answer should describe the structure and function of the myelin sheath, explain how it increases nerve impulse speed, and outline the process of saltatory conduction.
Question 8Stress as a psychobiological process8 marks
Explain the role of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis in the stress response, including the key hormones involved and their effects on the body.
What a full answer covers
The answer should describe the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis, explain the roles of key hormones, and describe the effects of cortisol on the body.
Question 9The demand for sleep10 marks
Describe the different stages of sleep, including the brain wave patterns and physiological changes that occur during each stage. Explain the role of sleep cycles in the overall sleep process.
What a full answer covers
The answer should describe the different stages of sleep, outline the brain wave patterns and physiological changes, and explain the role of sleep cycles.
Question 10Mental wellbeing12 marks
Discuss the role of self-efficacy in promoting mental wellbeing. Explain how self-efficacy can be developed and maintained, and describe the benefits of high self-efficacy for mental health.
What a full answer covers
The answer should discuss the role of self-efficacy, explain how it can be developed and maintained, and describe the benefits for mental health.

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