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Who is credited with establishing the first journal devoted to publishing on psychology?
Who is credited with establishing the first journal devoted to publishing on psychology?
- John Watson
- Wiliam Wundt (correct)
- Sigmund Freud
- Edward Titchener
Which psychologist treats mental disorders and is known for the psychoanalytic explanation of personality, motivation, and mental disorders?
Which psychologist treats mental disorders and is known for the psychoanalytic explanation of personality, motivation, and mental disorders?
- John Watson
- Sigmund Freud (correct)
- William James
- Edward Titchener
Who conducted the famous 'Little Albert' experiment, where a child was conditioned to fear white objects by associating them with a loud noise?
Who conducted the famous 'Little Albert' experiment, where a child was conditioned to fear white objects by associating them with a loud noise?
- B.F. Skinner
- Edward Titchener
- John Watson (correct)
- William James
Who believed that psychology should investigate the function or purpose of consciousness?
Who believed that psychology should investigate the function or purpose of consciousness?
Which psychologist believed that inner mental processes cannot be studied scientifically and are a waste of time?
Which psychologist believed that inner mental processes cannot be studied scientifically and are a waste of time?
Who established structuralism and aimed to identify the fundamental components of conscious experience?
Who established structuralism and aimed to identify the fundamental components of conscious experience?
Who is responsible for creating the real-self and ideal-self concepts?
Who is responsible for creating the real-self and ideal-self concepts?
Which psychological perspective emphasizes that the unconsciousness determines behavior?
Which psychological perspective emphasizes that the unconsciousness determines behavior?
According to humanism, what determines behavior in humans?
According to humanism, what determines behavior in humans?
Which psychological perspective focuses on how humans mentally process information?
Which psychological perspective focuses on how humans mentally process information?
Who launched the concept of positive psychology, emphasizing positive experiences?
Who launched the concept of positive psychology, emphasizing positive experiences?
Which theme in psychology suggests that behavior is shaped by cultural heritage?
Which theme in psychology suggests that behavior is shaped by cultural heritage?
According to the evolutionary perspective, what determines behavioral patterns in humans and animals?
According to the evolutionary perspective, what determines behavioral patterns in humans and animals?
Which psychological perspective believes that behavior is determined by the effects of the environment?
Which psychological perspective believes that behavior is determined by the effects of the environment?
Which aspect of human existence does positive psychology seek to understand?
Which aspect of human existence does positive psychology seek to understand?
Who are considered principal contributors to the field of evolutionary psychology?
Who are considered principal contributors to the field of evolutionary psychology?
Who is credited with establishing the first journal devoted to publishing on psychology?
Who is credited with establishing the first journal devoted to publishing on psychology?
Which psychologist is known for treating mental disorders and providing a psychoanalytic explanation of personality, motivation, and mental disorders?
Which psychologist is known for treating mental disorders and providing a psychoanalytic explanation of personality, motivation, and mental disorders?
Who conducted the famous 'Little Albert' experiment, conditioning a child to fear white objects by associating them with a loud noise?
Who conducted the famous 'Little Albert' experiment, conditioning a child to fear white objects by associating them with a loud noise?
According to behaviorism, who believed that inner mental processes cannot be studied scientifically and are a waste of time?
According to behaviorism, who believed that inner mental processes cannot be studied scientifically and are a waste of time?
Who wanted to identify the fundamental components of conscious experience and established structuralism in psychology?
Who wanted to identify the fundamental components of conscious experience and established structuralism in psychology?
According to functionalism, who believed that psychology should investigate the function or purpose of consciousness?
According to functionalism, who believed that psychology should investigate the function or purpose of consciousness?
What is the main belief of humanism?
What is the main belief of humanism?
Who is responsible for creating the real-self and ideal-self concepts in psychology?
Who is responsible for creating the real-self and ideal-self concepts in psychology?
Which psychological perspective emphasizes that behavior is shaped by culture heritage?
Which psychological perspective emphasizes that behavior is shaped by culture heritage?
According to the evolutionary perspective, what determines behavioral patterns in humans and animals?
According to the evolutionary perspective, what determines behavioral patterns in humans and animals?
Which psychological perspective believes that inner mental processes cannot be studied scientifically and are a waste of time?
Which psychological perspective believes that inner mental processes cannot be studied scientifically and are a waste of time?
Which psychologist treats mental disorders and is known for the psychoanalytic explanation of personality, motivation, and mental disorders?
Which psychologist treats mental disorders and is known for the psychoanalytic explanation of personality, motivation, and mental disorders?
Who launched the concept of positive psychology, emphasizing positive experiences?
Who launched the concept of positive psychology, emphasizing positive experiences?
Which area of interest does positive psychology seek to understand?
Which area of interest does positive psychology seek to understand?
According to humanism, what determines behavior in humans?
According to humanism, what determines behavior in humans?
Which theme in psychology suggests that behavior is determined by many causes?
Which theme in psychology suggests that behavior is determined by many causes?
Flashcards
William Wundt's Contribution
William Wundt's Contribution
Established the first psychology journal.
Sigmund Freud's Focus
Sigmund Freud's Focus
Developed psychoanalytic theory to explain personality and mental disorders.
John Watson's Experiment
John Watson's Experiment
Conducted 'Little Albert' experiment, conditioning fear.
William James's Belief
William James's Belief
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B.F. Skinner's View
B.F. Skinner's View
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Edward Titchener's Goal
Edward Titchener's Goal
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Carl Rogers' Concepts
Carl Rogers' Concepts
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Psychoanalytic Perspective
Psychoanalytic Perspective
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Humanism's View
Humanism's View
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Cognitive Psychology
Cognitive Psychology
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Martin Seligman's Contribution
Martin Seligman's Contribution
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Culture's Influence (Theme 5)
Culture's Influence (Theme 5)
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Evolutionary Perspective
Evolutionary Perspective
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Behavioral Perspective
Behavioral Perspective
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Positive Psychology's Aim
Positive Psychology's Aim
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Evolutionary Psychology Pioneers
Evolutionary Psychology Pioneers
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Behaviorism's Core Belief
Behaviorism's Core Belief
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Humanisms Main Belief
Humanisms Main Belief
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Multiple Causation (Theme 4)
Multiple Causation (Theme 4)
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Evolutionary Perspective
Evolutionary Perspective
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Study Notes
Founders and Contributors
- Wilhelm Wundt is credited with establishing the first journal devoted to publishing on psychology.
- Sigmund Freud is the psychologist who treats mental disorders and is known for the psychoanalytic explanation of personality, motivation, and mental disorders.
- John B. Watson conducted the famous 'Little Albert' experiment, where a child was conditioned to fear white objects by associating them with a loud noise.
Psychological Perspectives
- Functionalism: William James believed that psychology should investigate the function or purpose of consciousness.
- Structuralism: Wilhelm Wundt established structuralism and aimed to identify the fundamental components of conscious experience.
- Behaviorism: John B. Watson believed that inner mental processes cannot be studied scientifically and are a waste of time.
- Humanism: Carl Rogers believed that behavior in humans is determined by self-actualization and personal growth.
- Psychoanalytic: Sigmund Freud's perspective emphasizes that the unconsciousness determines behavior.
- Cognitive: This perspective focuses on how humans mentally process information.
- Evolutionary: This perspective suggests that behavioral patterns in humans and animals are determined by evolutionary adaptations.
- Cultural: This theme in psychology suggests that behavior is shaped by cultural heritage.
Positive Psychology
- Martin Seligman launched the concept of positive psychology, emphasizing positive experiences.
- Positive psychology seeks to understand the area of human flourishing and well-being.
Key Concepts
- Carl Rogers is responsible for creating the real-self and ideal-self concepts.
- The evolutionary perspective suggests that behavioral patterns in humans and animals are determined by evolutionary adaptations.
- David Buss and Robert Trivers are considered principal contributors to the field of evolutionary psychology.
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Test your knowledge on the early history of psychology, including the concepts of Structuralism, Functionalism, and the emergence of psychology as a new science.
