Filipino Psychology Overview
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The initial work on developing Sikolohiyang Pilipino primarily focused on translating Western concepts and theories into Filipino.

True

Sikolohiyang Pilipino emphasizes understanding Filipino characteristics through the lens of a foreign perspective.

False

'Diwa' in Sikolohiyang Pilipino refers to a broad range of psychological concepts, including motives and behavior.

True

The development of Sikolohiyang Pilipino was a response to the inadequacy of Western-oriented approaches to understanding Filipino psychology.

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Sikolohiyang Pilipino is primarily focused on promoting individual identity and personal growth.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The study of Sikolohiyang Pilipino seeks to understand Filipino psychology solely through the lens of historical and socio-cultural realities.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The term 'indigenization from within' refers to adapting foreign theories to fit a local context.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

The application of Sikolohiyang Pilipino is limited to the field of psychology and does not extend to other areas like health and agriculture.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Virgilio Enriquez served as the chairman of the Department of Psychology from 1977 to 1982.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Enriquez was recognized with the Outstanding Young Scientist award in 1995.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

V Virgilio Enriquez authored works primarily focused on indigenous psychology and Filipino personality.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Enriquez taught exclusively at the University of the Philippines.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Virgilio Enriquez passed away in 1994 due to liver disease.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Enriquez's last publication was about Philippine Studies.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Enriquez was a visiting professor at various international universities including the University of Hawaii and Tokyo University.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The National Achievement in the Social Sciences Award was given to Enriquez in 1994, shortly after his passing.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Virgilio Enriquez returned to the Philippines in the early 1970s with a Ph.D. in Social Psychology.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The first national conference on Filipino psychology was held in 1975.

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Enriquez established the Philippine Psychology Research House, which grew to contain more than 10,000 references.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

The measure of character and personality developed by Enriquez is called Panukat ng Ugali at Pagkatao.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Enriquez used the English language exclusively for teaching from 1965 onwards.

<p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

Virgilio Enriquez is often referred to as the father of Filipino psychology.

<p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

Enriquez was born in 1940 in Bulacan.

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Enriquez initiated research into historical and cultural roots of Philippine psychology along with Dr. Alfredo V. Lagmay.

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Study Notes

Filipino Psychology

  • Refers to psychology originating from the experiences, thoughts, and orientations of Filipinos, utilizing Filipino culture and language.
  • Based on Filipino thought and experience.
  • A crucial aspect is the Filipino orientation.
  • Enriquez (1985) defined Sikolohiyang Pilipino as the study of "diwa" (psyche), encompassing the essence and range of psychological concepts from awareness to motivations behind behavior.

Beginnings of Filipino Psychology

  • Initially, psychology teaching in the Philippines, influenced by colonization by Spain and the US, predominantly utilized Western theories and methodologies.
  • In the 1960s, Filipino intellectuals and scholars recognized limitations and biases in existing Western-oriented approaches to psychology.
  • A concerted effort to reject traditional Western methodologies began in the early 1970s.
  • Virgilino Gaspar Enriquez returned to the Philippines in the early 1970s after earning his PhD in Social Psychology in the US, fostering Sikolohiyang Pilipino.
  • The work involved efforts to indigenize concepts, methods, theories, and measures into Filipino.
  • Enriquez's work also examined historical and socio-cultural realities of the Philippines, in addition to understanding the language and the Filipino character.

Virgilino Enriquez: Father of Filipino Psychology

  • Born in Bigaa, Bulacan, Philippines on November 24, 1942.
  • Formal introduction to psychology in the Philippines in 1963 at the University of the Philippines, where he used Filipino language in his teaching, starting in 1965.
  • In 1966, Enriquez pursued a Master's and then a Doctoral degree in Psychology at Northwestern University, Evanston, Illinois
  • He returned to the Philippines in 1971 with vast Western knowledge.
  • He established the Philippine Psychology Research House (PPRH) eventually growing into 10,000 references.
  • He became chairman of the Department of Psychology at the University of the Philippines in 1977-1982.
  • His influence extended beyond the University of the Philippines (U.P) through teaching at other institutions.
  • He authored numerous publications on Filipino Psychology, including works on indigenous psychology, Filipino personality, psychology of language, politics, philosophy and values, cross-cultural psychology.
  • A prolific scholar who produced a two-volume bibliography on Filipino Psychology and "Panukat ng Ugali at Pagkatao" (Measure of Character and Personality).
  • He wrote chapters and articles on the contributions of Indigenous Psychology to the field.
  • Published his last work, "Pagbabangong-Dangal: Indigenous Psychology & Cultural Empowerment" before his death in 1994.
  • He received numerous awards during his lifetime, both locally and internationally, including the Outstanding Young Scientist Award (1982) from the National Academy of Science and Technology in recognition of Sikolohiyang Pilipino.
  • Died on August 31, 1994 at 51, due to colon cancer.

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This quiz explores the foundations and evolution of Filipino Psychology, also known as Sikolohiyang Pilipino. It delves into its origins, Filipino cultural influences, and the shift from Western methodologies to a more localized psychological framework. Perfect for those studying psychology in the context of Filipino experiences.

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