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

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All Questions in 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

Emotion & Cognition

Flashbulb Memory, Memory & Amygdala, Theory of the Emotional Brain

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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