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What is the primary focus of psychology?
What is the primary focus of psychology?
Who is credited with establishing the first psychological laboratory?
Who is credited with establishing the first psychological laboratory?
What is the main difference between Structuralism and Functionalism?
What is the main difference between Structuralism and Functionalism?
What is the main characteristic of Behaviourism?
What is the main characteristic of Behaviourism?
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What is the main idea behind Gestalt psychology?
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Who is associated with the concept of the 'unconscious'?
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What is the name of the approach that focuses on the function or purpose of consciousness?
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What was Skinner's contribution to psychology?
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Study Notes
Definition of Psychology
- Psychology is the scientific investigation of mental processes, behavior, and their interaction.
- It considers the individual's biology, psychological experience, and cultural context.
Wilhelm Wundt
- Established the first psychological laboratory in 1876.
- Focused on identifying the elements of consciousness through trained introspection.
Structuralism vs. Functionalism
Structuralism
- Led by Edward Tichener (lived 1876-1972).
- Aimed to analyze consciousness into its basic elements and investigate their relationships.
Functionalism
- Led by William James (lived 1842-1910).
- Focused on investigating the function or purpose of consciousness, rather than its structure.
- Used objective methods, comparative psychology, and applied findings to practical situations.
Consciousness vs. Behaviour
Behaviourism
- Led by John B. Watson (lived 1878-1958).
- Believed that scientific psychology should only study observable behavior.
- Defined behavior as any overt response or activity.
Gestalt Psychology
- Led by Max Wertheimer (lived 1880-1943).
- Psychological phenomena are best viewed as organized, structured wholes, rather than analyzed into component elements.
- Context influences interpretation.
Psychoanalysis
- Led by Sigmund Freud (lived 1856-1939).
- Focused on the "unconscious" containing thoughts, memories, and desires that influence behavior.
Radical Behaviourism
- Led by B.F. Skinner (lived 1904-1990).
- Championed a return to Watson's strict focus on observable behavior.
- Organisms tend to repeat responses leading to positive outcomes and avoid those leading to negative outcomes.
Humanism
- Led by Abraham Maslow (lived 1908-1970) and Carl Rogers (lived 1902-1987).
- Takes an optimistic view of human nature, emphasizing unique qualities, freedom, and potential for personal growth.
Later Developments
- The 1950s saw a renewed interest in cognition, physiology, and the biological bases of behavior.
- Psychology as a profession experienced significant growth during this era.
- Increased interest in the impact of evolution, culture, and the social, cultural, historical, and evolutionary context.
- Recognized the complex and dynamic nature of human experience.
Biopsychosocial Model
- Considers the interaction between biological, psychological, and social factors influencing human behavior and mental processes.
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Learn about the scientific study of mental processes and behavior, including the role of biology, psychological experience, and cultural context. Quiz on the basic concepts and pioneers in the field, like Wilhelm Wundt.
