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What does Psycho-Physical Parallelism imply about the relationship between the body and mind?
What does Psycho-Physical Parallelism imply about the relationship between the body and mind?
Psycho-Physical Parallelism implies that the body and mind operate independently rather than working together.
How do the physiological responses relate to emotions according to the James-Lange Theory?
How do the physiological responses relate to emotions according to the James-Lange Theory?
According to the James-Lange Theory, emotions arise from the physiological responses to stimuli.
Explain the difference between the Cannon-Bard Theory and the James-Lange Theory regarding emotional responses.
Explain the difference between the Cannon-Bard Theory and the James-Lange Theory regarding emotional responses.
The Cannon-Bard Theory posits that emotions and physiological reactions occur simultaneously, unlike the James-Lange Theory, which suggests emotions follow physiological responses.
What role does body language play in the expression of emotions?
What role does body language play in the expression of emotions?
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In what ways have psychological schools contributed to modern psychology's understanding of human behavior?
In what ways have psychological schools contributed to modern psychology's understanding of human behavior?
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How does Structuralism's reliance on introspection limit its scientific validity?
How does Structuralism's reliance on introspection limit its scientific validity?
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What are the key contributions of William James to Functionalism?
What are the key contributions of William James to Functionalism?
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In what ways did Sigmund Freud's ideas on the unconscious mind revolutionize psychology?
In what ways did Sigmund Freud's ideas on the unconscious mind revolutionize psychology?
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Explain how Behaviorism differs from other schools of psychology in its approach to study behaviors.
Explain how Behaviorism differs from other schools of psychology in its approach to study behaviors.
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How did Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow's Humanism challenge earlier psychological theories?
How did Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow's Humanism challenge earlier psychological theories?
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What distinguishes sensation from sensitivity in the context of psychological processes?
What distinguishes sensation from sensitivity in the context of psychological processes?
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Discuss the role of defense mechanisms in Freud's Psychoanalysis.
Discuss the role of defense mechanisms in Freud's Psychoanalysis.
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What is the significance of the ideal self versus the real self in Humanistic psychology?
What is the significance of the ideal self versus the real self in Humanistic psychology?
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Study Notes
Overview of Schools of Psychology
- Psychology has evolved through various schools of thought, each emphasizing different aspects of the human mind and behavior.
- Structuralism, Functionalism, Psychoanalysis, Behaviorism, and Humanism are five prominent schools of psychology.
Structuralism
- Founded by Wilhelm Wundt and later developed by Edward Titchener.
- Focuses on the structure of the mind and consciousness, attempting to break it down into its basic elements.
- Uses introspection, a method where individuals examine their own thoughts and feelings, to analyze mental processes.
- Key concepts include:
- Immediate Experience: The individual's own direct experience, reported as it happens.
- Reported Experience: Observations about others' experiences, based on their reports.
- Criticisms of structuralism include it's reliance on introspection, which is subjective and lacking in scientific rigor.
Functionalism
- Influenced by William James, a prominent American psychologist.
- Focuses on the purpose and function of mental processes, emphasizing how they help us adapt to our environment.
- Key ideas include:
- Stream of consciousness: Mental processes are constantly changing, flowing, and interconnected.
- Adaptation: Mental processes contribute to our overall survival and fitness.
Psychoanalysis
- Founded by Sigmund Freud, a renowned Austrian neurologist.
- Emphasizes the unconscious mind and early childhood experiences in shaping personality, behavior, and mental health.
- Introduces concepts like:
- Defense Mechanisms: Unconscious strategies used to protect the ego from anxiety and conflict.
- Repressed Thoughts: Memories and desires pushed into the unconscious due to their emotional intensity.
Behaviorism
- Key figures include John B. Watson and B.F. Skinner, prominent American psychologists.
- Focuses on observable behaviors and the relationships between stimuli and responses.
- Emphasizes conditioning as the basis of learning:
- Classical Conditioning: Learning occurs through associating a neutral stimulus with a naturally occurring response.
- Operant Conditioning: Learning occurs through positive or negative consequences following a behavior.
Humanism
- Associated with Carl Rogers and Abraham Maslow, influential figures in psychology.
- Centers on the individual's subjective experience, emphasizing personal growth, self-actualization, and the search for meaning.
- Key concepts include:
- Ideal Self: The person we aspire to be.
- Real Self: Our actual perception of ourselves.
Additional Concepts
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Sensation vs. Sensitivity:
- Sensation: The process by which sensory organs receive stimuli.
- Sensitivity: The capacity of sense organs to respond to different intensities of stimuli.
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Psycho-Physical Parallelism:
- Suggests that the body and mind operate independently, instead of working together.
- This concept is illustrated through experiments examining reaction times and perception.
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Emotions:
- Experienced subjectively and expressed through body language and expressions.
- Different theories of emotion exist, including:
- James-Lange Theory: Emotions arise from physiological responses to stimuli.
- Cannon-Bard Theory: Emotions and physiological reactions occur simultaneously.
Conclusion
- Each school of psychology has contributed to a broader understanding of human behavior and mental processes.
- Their diverse perspectives continue to influence modern psychology's varied approaches and applications.
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Explore the evolution of psychology through key schools of thought including Structuralism, Functionalism, Psychoanalysis, Behaviorism, and Humanism. This quiz delves into the fundamental concepts and criticisms associated with each school, highlighting how they contribute to understanding the human mind and behavior.
