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When in time did Mary Whiton Calkins live and study psychology?
Mary Whiton Calkins lived from 1863 to 1930.
What is one of Mary Whiton Calkins' major contributions to psychology?
She started one of the earliest laboratories for experimental psychology at Wellesley College.
What is one fun fact about Mary Whiton Calkins?
She was the first woman to be elected president of the American Psychological Association.
What subfield(s) of psychology does Mary Whiton Calkins' work fit in?
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How would Mary Whiton Calkins explain compassion?
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What is an interesting finding about self-psychology?
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Study Notes
Mary Whiton Calkins: Key Facts
- Lived from 1863 to 1930, prominent in late 19th to early 20th-century psychology.
- Taught at Wellesley College, becoming a professor of philosophy and psychology in 1898.
- Began studying psychology at Smith College in 1882.
Major Contributions to Psychology
- Established one of the earliest experimental psychology labs in the United States, specifically the first in a women's college.
- Developed the concept of self-psychology, focusing on the self's interaction with the environment.
- Conducted studies on emotion, consciousness of space and time, color theory, association, and dreams.
Fun Facts
- First woman to be elected president of both the American Psychological Association and the American Philosophical Association.
- Supported social causes including the Consumer's League and the Civil Liberties Union.
Subfields of Psychology
- Work fits into Cognitive Psychology and Social/Personality Psychology.
Understanding Compassion and Self in Psychology
- Calkins would interpret compassion as an essential aspect of self-identity, promoting self-care and emotional health.
- Emphasized that personal development strengthens relationships with others, enhancing compassion and connectivity.
Interesting Findings in Psychology
- Self-psychology theory emphasizes self-esteem regulation and personal identity in the context of time and space.
- Highlights the interplay between the brain's functions and individuals' perceptions of themselves, particularly in social contexts.
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Explore the life and contributions of Mary Whiton Calkins in the field of psychology. Learn about her tenure at Wellesley College and her role as a pioneer for women in psychology during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This quiz will challenge your knowledge of her significant achievements.
