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Who is considered the father of modern psychology?
Who is considered the father of modern psychology?
What is the primary difference between psychiatrists and psychologists?
What is the primary difference between psychiatrists and psychologists?
What was the goal of the structuralism school of thought in psychology?
What was the goal of the structuralism school of thought in psychology?
What is the primary focus of psychiatry?
What is the primary focus of psychiatry?
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Who is responsible for the development of the first psychology lab?
Who is responsible for the development of the first psychology lab?
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What is the primary focus of structuralism in psychology?
What is the primary focus of structuralism in psychology?
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Which movement in psychology emerged as a result of the decline of structuralism?
Which movement in psychology emerged as a result of the decline of structuralism?
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What is the educational background of psychiatrists?
What is the educational background of psychiatrists?
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What distinguishes psychology from psychiatry?
What distinguishes psychology from psychiatry?
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Who is considered the founder of the first psychology lab and the father of modern psychology?
Who is considered the founder of the first psychology lab and the father of modern psychology?
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Study Notes
Psychology Basics
- Wilhelm Wundt is considered the father of modern psychology and is responsible for developing the first psychology lab.
- The primary difference between psychiatrists and psychologists is that psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication, while psychologists have a doctoral degree in psychology and cannot prescribe medication.
- The goal of the structuralism school of thought in psychology was to break down mental processes into their component parts, using techniques like introspection.
- The primary focus of psychiatry is on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental health and emotional disorders, often using medication.
- The primary focus of structuralism in psychology is on breaking down mental processes into their component parts, using techniques like introspection.
- Functionalism emerged as a result of the decline of structuralism, focusing on the function and purpose of consciousness and the mind.
- Psychiatrists have a medical degree (MD) or a doctor of osteopathic medicine (DO) degree, and have completed a residency program in psychiatry.
- What distinguishes psychology from psychiatry is the level of medical training and the ability to prescribe medication.
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Test your knowledge of the basic concepts of psychology with this quiz. Explore the etymology and definition of psychology, and understand the difference between psychology and psychiatry.
