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What is the primary focus of psychology?
What is the primary focus of psychology?
How do psychologists primarily gather information?
How do psychologists primarily gather information?
What is the purpose of the scientific method in psychology?
What is the purpose of the scientific method in psychology?
What does empirical data involve?
What does empirical data involve?
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What distinguishes psychology from philosophy?
What distinguishes psychology from philosophy?
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Study Notes
What is Psychology?
- Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior.
- "Psyche" (Greek) refers to life.
- "Logos" refers to explanation.
- It studies inner feelings and behaviors.
Psychology vs. Philosophy
- Psychologists use scientific methods to collect empirical data.
- Researchers use specific methods to create new knowledge about behaviors.
Empirical Data
- The process of collecting and organizing data.
- Drawing conclusions from data.
Scientific Method
- A set of assumptions, rules, and procedures scientists use for empirical research.
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of psychology, including its definition, comparison with philosophy, and the importance of empirical data. Explore the scientific methods used in psychology to understand mind and behavior better.
