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Who is known as the father of psychology?
Who is known as the father of psychology?
- William Vunt (correct)
- Edward Titchener
- William James
- None of the above
Who created the theoretical approach known as functionalism?
Who created the theoretical approach known as functionalism?
- William Vunt
- Edward Titchener
- William James (correct)
- None of the above
Which individual helped get more women into psychology?
Which individual helped get more women into psychology?
- William Vunt
- Edward Titchener
- William James (correct)
- None of the above
Who eventually created structuralism?
Who eventually created structuralism?
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What did William Vunt study in his laboratory?
What did William Vunt study in his laboratory?
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Study Notes
Founders of Psychology
- Wilhelm Wundt, known as the father of psychology, created the first formal laboratory of psychology in Leipzig, Germany in 1879.
Theoretical Approaches
- William James developed the theoretical approach known as functionalism, focusing on the function and purpose of consciousness.
Women in Psychology
- Helen Thompson Woolley helped pave the way for women in psychology, promoting their involvement in the field.
Structuralism
- Edward Titchener is credited with developing structuralism, a theoretical approach that emphasizes breaking down mental experiences into basic components.
Laboratory Research
- Wilhelm Wundt studied consciousness and the structure of the human mind in his laboratory, laying the foundation for modern psychology.
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