IB Psychology HL
Questionbank
The IB Psychology HL (Higher Level) Questionbank is a great source of practice questions, coming from the entire syllabus! Each question comes with a clear markscheme and solution video, with an experienced IB teacher going through the question step-by-step. The questions are organized by topic and arranged by difficulty, making it the perfect resource for studying a particular concept.
Topic 1
Cognitive Approaches to Human Behaviour
Cognitive Processing
Multi-store Model of Memory, Working Memory Model, Schema Theory, Thinking & Decision Making, Dual Process Model
Reliability of Cognitive Processes
Reconstructive Memory, Confabulation, False Memories, Cognitive Biases, Biases in Thinking and Decision Making
Technology & Cognitive Processing
Positive & Negative Effects of Technology, Methods to Study Technology and Cognition, Transactive Memory
Topic 2
Biological Approaches to Human Behaviour
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All Questions in Topic 2 Biological Approaches to Human Behaviour
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The Brain, Neuroplasticity, and Neurotransmitters
Brain Imaging Techniques, Brain Localisation, Neurons, Synapse, Neural Networks & Neural Pruning, Agonists & Antagonists
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Hormones & Pheromones
Hormones, Pheromones
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Genetics & Evolution
Genes, Genetic Similarities, Twin & Kinship Studies, Evolutionary Explanations
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Animal Research & Human Behaviour
Animal Research Models, Ethics in Animal Research
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Topic 3
Sociocultural Approaches to Human Behaviour
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All Questions in Topic 3 Sociocultural Approaches to Human Behaviour
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The Individual & the Group
Social Groups, Social Cognitive Theory (SCT), Social Identity Theory (SIT), Stereotypes - Formation & Effects
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Culture & Cultural Dimensions
Culture, Cultural Groups, Cultural Dimensions
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Enculturation & Acculturation
Enculturation, Norms, Acculturation, Cultural Assimilation
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Globalisation & Behaviour
Globalisation, Local and Global Influences to Behaviour, Methods to Study Globalisation & Behaviour
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Topic 4
Abnormal Psychology
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All Questions in Topic 4 Abnormal Psychology
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Factors Influencing Diagnosis
Normality & Abnormality, Classification Systems (DSM, ICD), Clinical Biases, Validity & Reliability of Diagnosis
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Etiology & Prevalence of Abnormal Behaviour
Cognitive, Biological, & Sociocultural Explanations of Abnormal Behaviour, Prevalence Rates
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Treatment of Disorders
Biological & Psychological Treatments, Culture & Treatment, Effectiveness of Treatment
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Topic 5
Developmental Psychology
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All Questions in Topic 5 Developmental Psychology
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Factors Influencing Cognitive & Social Development
Peers & Play, Childhood Trauma & Resilience, Poverty and Socioeconomic Status
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Developing an Identity
Attachment, Gender Identity & Social Roles, Empathy, Theory of Mind
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Developing as a Learner
Brain Development Theories, Cognitive Development Theories, Piaget's Theory, Vygotsky's Theory
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Topic 6
Human Relationships
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All Questions in Topic 6 Human Relationships
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Personal Relationships
Formation of Relationships, Communication, Why Relationships Change or End
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Group Dynamics
Cooperation & Competition, Prejudice & Discrimination, Origins of Conflict, Conflict Resolution
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Social Responsibility
Bystanderism, Prosocial Behaviour, Promoting Prosocial Behaviour
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Topic 7
Health Psychology
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All Questions in Topic 7 Health Psychology
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Determinants of Health
Biopsychosocial Model of Health & Well-Being, Dispositional Factors & Health Beliefs, Risk & Protective Factors
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Health Problems, Obesity, Stress
Explanation for Health Problems, Obesity, & Stress, Prevalence Rates of Health Problems
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Promoting Health
Health Promotion, Effectiveness of Health Promotion Programmes
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Topic 8
Approaches to Research on Behaviour
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All Questions in Topic 8 Approaches to Research on Behaviour
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Quantitative Methods in Psychological Research
Experiments, Correlational Research, Surveys
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Qualitative Methods in Psychological Research
Case Study, Interviews, Observation
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Research Design, Hypothesis, Variables, Sampling Techniques
Independent & Repeated Samples, Null & Alternative Hypothesis, Independent & Dependent Variables, Sampling Techniques
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Ethical Considerations in Research
Informed Consent, Confidentiality & Anonymity, Minimal Distress, Right to Withdraw, Deception & Debriefing
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Analysis & Evaluation of Research
Descriptive & Inferential Data, Reliability, Validity, Triangulation, Bias in Research, Generalisation & Transferability
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IB Psychology HL Questionbank?
The IB Psychology SL Questionbank is a comprehensive set of IB-style questions for papers 1, 2, & 3. Some questions are IB exam-style questions, which can easily be distinguished as they are marked out of 9 for short answer questions or out of 22 for extended responses. Other questions are IB-style questions that would not appear on an exam. These questions help to build your knowledge, skills and understanding so that you are better prepared to answer IB exam-style questions. These questions are usually marked out of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 10 marks.
How is the IB Psychology HL Questionbank organised?
Paper 1 questions are separated by each approach (cognitive, biological, and sociocultural) and then organised further by topic and content. Paper 2 questions are separated by each option abnormal psychology, developmental psychology, health psychology, and psychology of human relationships). Within each topic, questions are sorted by difficulty. The questions are accompanied by high-quality mark schemes and sample answers, many of which include a video explanation.
Where should I start in the IB Psychology HL Questionbank?
The IB Psychology HL Questionbank is designed to help IB students build their knowledge, skills and understanding to prepare them to answer IB exam-style questions. It then allows them to practice Psychology HL exam-style questions for a specific topic or concept. Therefore, a good place to start is by identifying a concept that you would like to practice and improve on and go to that area of the Psychology HL Questionbank. If you need to build your knowledge of a topic before answering an exam-style question, you could start with questions marked out of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, or 10. If you have reviewed the material and are ready to tackle an exam-style question, you could attempt one of the questions marked out of 9 (SAQ) or 22 (ERQ).
What are my options for filtering the questions in the IB Psychology HL Questionbank?
You can filter questions by type (i.e., SAQ, MCQ, ERQ). If you just want SAQs and ERQs, you can click on both, and only these two question types will be displayed. Additionally, questions of all difficulty levels can be displayed simultaneously, or you can choose to display one difficulty type at a time.