Psychology Basics
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What is the definition of psychology?

  • The study of behavior
  • The scientific study of mental processes
  • Mental processes and behavior
  • The study of human feelings (correct)
  • Why is psychology considered a science?

  • Because it is a field of study
  • Because it involves the study of human behavior
  • Because it uses a systematic method (correct)
  • Because it is a study of mental processes
  • Who is known as the father of psychology?

  • John Dewey
  • William Wundt (correct)
  • Abraham Maslow
  • John Locke
  • Where was the first laboratory of psychology established?

    <p>Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first approach to research about psychology?

    <p>Cognitive approach</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many psychological approaches are there?

    <p>6 approaches</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the father of psychoanalysis?

    <p>Sigmund Freud</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of behavior?

    <p>Everything people do</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is the father of needs in psychology?

    <p>Maslow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of psychology in everyday life?

    <p>To help people live together better</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct number of senses recognized by psychologists?

    <p>5 senses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the visual sense?

    <p>Collecting information refers to color, size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct definition of sensation?

    <p>Collecting information from the world</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the eye is responsible for making people blind if damaged?

    <p>Retina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the correct definition of perception?

    <p>The brain's process of giving meaning to information</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sense is responsible for processing information related to smell and taste?

    <p>Chemical sense</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Definition of Psychology

    • Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes.
    • Behavior refers to everything people do, and can be directly observed.
    • Mental processes include thought, feeling, and motive.

    Founding of Psychology

    • Wilhelm Wundt is considered the father of psychology.
    • He developed the first laboratory of psychology in the world in 1879.
    • The laboratory was located in Germany.

    Approaches to Research in Psychology

    • There are 6 approaches to research in psychology.
    • The 1st approach is cognitive, focusing on mental processes such as thought and perception.
    • The 2nd approach is psychoanalytic, focusing on the role of the unconscious mind in behavior.
    • The 3rd approach is neurobiological, focusing on the role of the brain and nervous system in behavior.
    • The 4th approach is humanistic, focusing on personal growth and self-actualization.
    • The 5th approach is behavioral, focusing on observable behavior.
    • The 6th approach is sociocultural, focusing on the role of social and cultural factors in behavior.

    Key Figures in Psychology

    • Sigmund Freud is the father of psychoanalysis.
    • Abraham Maslow is known for his work on human needs and motivation.

    Career and Application of Psychology

    • Psychology is a career that involves using knowledge of psychology in a job or profession.
    • Psychologists can work in various settings, including hospitals, schools, and communities.
    • Psychology is important because it helps people solve problems, live together better, and understand themselves.

    Senses and Perception

    • There are 5 senses: visual, auditory, smell, taste, and touch.
    • The sixth sense refers to thinking or cognitive processes.
    • Sensation is the process of collecting information from the world through the senses.
    • Perception is the process of giving meaning to sensory information through the brain's processing.

    The Eye and Vision

    • The eye has several parts, including the iris, lens, and retina.
    • The retina is responsible for transmitting visual information to the brain.
    • Damage to the retina can cause blindness.

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    Learn the definition of psychology, its founding, and approaches to research in the field. Discover the father of psychology and the first laboratory of psychology.

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