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Which branch of psychology focuses on the diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of mental illnesses?
What is the main focus of the Cognitive Perspective in psychology?
Which psychologist is known for developing theories on the unconscious mind and childhood experiences?
What is the key concept that refers to the debate about the relative contributions of genetics and environment to human behavior?
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Which branch of psychology examines the relationships between the brain and behavior?
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What is the term for the state of being aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, and feelings?
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Which theoretical perspective emphasizes the role of environment and learning in shaping behavior?
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Which branch of psychology focuses on human development across the lifespan?
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What is the term for the acquisition of new knowledge, behaviors, or attitudes?
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Which theoretical perspective focuses on the role of unconscious thoughts, feelings, and experiences in shaping behavior?
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Study Notes
Branches of Psychology
- Clinical Psychology: diagnosis, assessment, and treatment of mental illnesses
- Cognitive Psychology: mental processes, including perception, attention, memory, language, and problem-solving
- Developmental Psychology: human development across the lifespan
- Neuropsychology: relationships between the brain and behavior
- Social Psychology: how people think, feel, and behave in social situations
Key Concepts
- Nature vs. Nurture: debate about the relative contributions of genetics and environment to human behavior
- Biopsychosocial Model: interactions between biological, psychological, and social factors influencing behavior
- Consciousness: state of being aware of one's surroundings, thoughts, and feelings
- Motivation: factors that initiate and direct behavior
- Learning: acquisition of new knowledge, behaviors, or attitudes
Theoretical Perspectives
- Biological Perspective: focuses on genetic and neurological factors influencing behavior
- Behavioral Perspective: emphasizes the role of environment and learning in shaping behavior
- Cognitive Perspective: focuses on mental processes, such as perception, attention, and memory
- Humanistic Perspective: emphasizes personal growth, self-actualization, and subjective experience
- Psychoanalytic Perspective: focuses on the role of unconscious thoughts, feelings, and experiences in shaping behavior
Famous Psychologists
- Sigmund Freud: founder of psychoanalysis, developed theories on the unconscious mind and childhood experiences
- B.F. Skinner: developed operant conditioning, a type of learning theory
- Jean Piaget: developed theories on cognitive development and constructivism
- Albert Bandura: developed social learning theory, emphasizing the role of observation and imitation
- William James: developed functional psychology, emphasizing the practical applications of psychology
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Explore the basics of psychology, including branches, key concepts, theoretical perspectives, and famous psychologists. Learn about human behavior, mental processes, and development.
