Functional Psychology: Characteristics and Themes
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What is the aspect of self that is known by others, according to William James?

  • Empirical self
  • Social self (correct)
  • Spiritual self
  • Material self

Who published the same theory of emotion as William James?

  • B.F. Skinner
  • Sigmund Freud
  • Jean-Paul Sartre
  • Carl George Lange (correct)

What is the term for the ratio of things attempted to things achieved, according to William James?

  • Self-efficacy
  • Empirical self
  • Ratio of success
  • Self-esteem (correct)

What is the term for the idea that our thoughts can directly influence our actions, according to William James?

<p>Ideo-motor theory (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why did William James argue that psychology should assume determinism?

<p>Because it is necessary for science (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of functional psychology?

<p>Understanding the function of the mind (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was William James' approach to studying human behavior and thought?

<p>Both philosophical and scientific approach (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to William James, what is the characteristic of consciousness?

<p>It is continuous and cannot be divided up for analysis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the instinct-like patterns of behavior developed within a lifetime?

<p>Habits (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the advice given by William James to develop good habits?

<p>Engage in positive habits completely to begin with and abstain completely from bad ones (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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