History of Psychology Quiz

Questions and Answers

Who are the founders of Gestalt psychology?

Carl Rogers, Abraham Maslow, Rollo May

John Watson, B.F. Skinner, Edward Thorndike

Max Wertheimer, Kurt Koffka, Wolfgang Köhler (correct)

Sigmund Freud, Carl Jung, Alfred Adler

What does Gestalt psychology emphasize about perception?

Perception is solely based on sensory inputs from the environment.

Perception is determined entirely by past experiences.

Perception can be broken down into individual elements.

Perception is a holistic experience that is greater than the sum of its parts. (correct)

How does Gestalt psychology contrast with structuralism?

Gestalt psychology supports the breakdown of experiences into elements.

Gestalt psychology believes that all experiences are learned.

Gestalt psychology disregards the significance of context in perception.

Gestalt psychology emphasizes holistic perception, while structuralism emphasizes individual parts. (correct)

What key concept is associated with Abraham Maslow's perspective on human needs?

The hierarchy of needs leading to self-actualization. Signup and view all the answers

What does Maslow suggest about higher-level needs in his hierarchy?

They cannot be pursued unless lower needs are fulfilled. Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of functionalism in psychology?

How mental processes help organisms adapt to their environment Signup and view all the answers

Which psychologist is known for founding psychoanalysis?

Sigmund Freud Signup and view all the answers

What does the psychoanalytic theory emphasize as crucial for resolving a patient's problems?

Accessing the unconscious mind Signup and view all the answers

Which concept is central to B.F. Skinner's approach to behaviorism?

The significance of reinforcement and punishment Signup and view all the answers

What did John B. Watson believe about the analysis of the mind?

It is impossible to objectively analyze Signup and view all the answers

According to the principles of behaviorism, what outcome results from reinforcement?

Increased likelihood of repeated behavior Signup and view all the answers

What does the unconscious mind contain according to Freud's theory?

Conflicting impulses and urges Signup and view all the answers

How did William James contribute to the field of psychology?

By studying the function of mental processes Signup and view all the answers

What psychological method did Socrates develop for examining thoughts and feelings?

Introspection Signup and view all the answers

What theory did Aristotle outline that emphasizes the connection between past experiences and mental activity?

Associationism Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the first psychologist and founded the field of structuralism?

Wilhelm Wundt Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary focus of structuralism in psychological studies?

Basic elements of consciousness Signup and view all the answers

What concept was integral to William James's approach to psychology?

Natural selection Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes functionalism?

It emphasizes the operation of the whole mind. Signup and view all the answers

When was the psychology laboratory established by Wundt?

1879 Signup and view all the answers

Which approach focuses more on combining objective sensations and subjective feelings?

Structuralism Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Early Psychological Studies

Socrates developed introspection, a method for examining one's own thoughts and feelings.
Aristotle introduced associationism, suggesting that past experiences are fundamental to mental activity.

Structuralism

Wilhelm Wundt, regarded as the first psychologist, established psychology as the scientific study of consciousness.
Founded structuralism, which aimed to understand the basic elements of the mind's consciousness.
Wundt established the first psychology laboratory in Leipzig in 1879, where he conducted experiments with his students.

Functionalism

William James, considered the father of American psychology, was a key founder of functionalism.
Functionalism focuses on how mental processes help organisms to adapt to their environment rather than on individual parts.
Influenced by Darwin's theory of natural selection, functionalism emphasizes the overall function of behavior in the world.

Psychoanalytic Theory

Sigmund Freud introduced psychoanalysis, highlighting the influence of the unconscious mind on behavior.
Freud believed many psychological issues stem from unresolved childhood conflicts and unconscious impulses.
Gaining access to the unconscious is vital for resolving psychological problems.

Behaviorism

John B. Watson founded behaviorism, defining psychology as the study of observable behavior.
Watson argued against introspection, focusing instead on behaviors that can be controlled and analyzed objectively.
B.F. Skinner expanded on behaviorism, emphasizing reinforcement and punishment as key factors in shaping behavior.

Gestalt Psychology

Developed by Max Wertheimer, Kurt Koffka, and Wolfgang Köhler, Gestalt psychology asserts that perceptions of objects are more than their individual parts.
Gestalt psychology argues that experiences should be understood as whole configurations, opposing the structuralist view that breaks down experience into elements.

Humanistic Psychology

Humanism emphasizes the inherent potential for goodness in all humans.
Abraham Maslow, a prominent humanistic psychologist, proposed a hierarchy of human needs.
Maslow’s hierarchy suggests that basic survival needs must be met before higher-order needs, such as social and self-actualization needs, motivate behavior.

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Test your knowledge on the origins of psychology, including key concepts introduced by Socrates, Aristotle, and Wilhelm Wundt. Explore early psychological studies and foundational theories such as introspection and associationism. This quiz will challenge your understanding of the historical milestones in psychological thought.