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Which concept did Wilhelm Wundt believe was essential to psychological experimentation?

  • Dualism, that body and mind are two separate systems
  • Behaviorism, that only observable behavior should be measured
  • Determinism, that people's actions are predestined and predictable
  • Voluntarism, that people have free will and should be aware the research goals (correct)

What was the major focus of Wilhelm Wundt's study of the mind?

  • The purpose and function of mental processes
  • The influence of social and cultural factors on the mind
  • The unconscious motivations behind behavior
  • The components of consciousness and how they combine (correct)

What method did Wundt primarily use to study conscious experience?

  • Psychoanalysis
  • Introspection or 'internal perception' (correct)
  • Behavioral observation
  • Case studies

What is the primary difference in the focus of Wundt's work, and that of his student Titchener?

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Which of these is most accurate about Wundt's view of psychology as a study of people?

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Where did Wilhelm Wundt establish the first psychology laboratory in 1879?

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What did Wundt emphasize in his work ‘Volkerpsychologie’?

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What is a key characteristic of the ‘introspection’ method as used by Wundt?

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What is the main focus of Gestalt psychology?

<p>Understanding the relationship between individual parts and the whole. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a key reason why Gestalt psychology was not as influential in the United States as it was in Germany?

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How did Gestalt psychology influence later psychological theories?

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What was Ivan Pavlov's primary contribution to the field of psychology?

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According to John B. Watson, what was the major flaw in studying consciousness?

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Which statement best defines the core concept of behaviorism?

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In Wundt's reaction time experiments, what was the subject's primary action?

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Why did behaviorists often use animals in their experiments?

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How did behaviorism contribute to the field of psychology?

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What was a significant limitation of the introspection process, according to the text?

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Which of the following best describes the focus of functionalism?

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What is the main focus of B.F. Skinner's behavioral research?

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How did William James differ from Wundt in studying mental activities?

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What is the purpose of a Skinner box (operant conditioning chamber)?

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Which of the following would NOT be considered a core focus of the behaviorist school of psychology?

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According to Freud, what is the primary purpose of accessing the unconscious mind?

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Which individual is considered a major proponent of behaviorism?

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Which of the following methods was NOT used by Freud to access the unconscious?

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What was the primary focus of psychoanalytic theory?

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Which psychologist is best known for their work done creating the operant conditioning chamber?

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According to Westen, what is a common misconception perpetuated in critiques of Freud's ideas?

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What was a focus of the work of structuralism, Freud and the Gestalt psychologists in relation to inner experience?

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According to the information provided which of the following statements about behaviorism is true?

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Which of the following concepts is NOT attributed to Sigmund Freud?

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What was the purpose of studying 'hysteria' for Freud?

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Why did Wertheimer, Koffka, and Köhler immigrate to the United States?

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What was unique about the way that functionalists viewed the mind?

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What is adaptation, in the context of functionalism?

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Which of the following correctly pairs the psychologist with the movement they are associated with?

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What was the primary problem with the process of introspection?

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What was the primary focus of the Clarks' research, which had a notable impact on the Supreme Court decision?

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What is the primary purpose of ethnically based organizations for professional psychologists, according to the text?

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What significant contribution did Margaret Floy Washburn make to the field of psychology?

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Why was Mary Whiton Calkins not awarded a PhD from Harvard University, despite completing all the requirements?

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What is Mary Cover Jones best known for in her studies?

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What is the significance of Martha Bernal's contribution to psychology?

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What was the focus of Inez Beverly Prosser's research?

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What do the studies of Mary Whiton Calkins on memory explore?

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What was a primary criticism humanistic psychologists had against behaviorism?

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According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs, what must be satisfied before higher-level needs become motivational?

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What therapeutic technique is Carl Rogers most known for?

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Which of the following is NOT considered a key element of Roger's client-centered therapy?

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What did the humanistic approach introduce to the field of psychology?

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Which area of study did the 'cognitive revolution' bring back into the focus of psychological research?

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The humanistic perspective in psychology posits that a primary focus should be on:

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What significant shift in research methodology did humanistic psychology promote?

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Which of the following best describes the key feature of client-centered therapy?

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Which of the following statements most accurately reflects a humanistic viewpoint?

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What was one of Noam Chomsky's major criticisms of behaviorism's approach to psychology?

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Which of the following is considered an outcome of the humanistic research program?

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What commonality exists between the approaches of Abraham Maslow and Carl Rogers?

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In relation to the timeline for psychological movements mentioned, what is the correct order of emergence

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What was a primary objection of humanists to the behaviorist perspective?

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What does the mural of Noam Chomsky in Philadelphia include besides his face?

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What is the phrase written at the bottom of the Noam Chomsky mural in Philadelphia?

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How did the cognitive revolution affect the relationship between European and American psychologists?

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Which fields did psychologists begin to cooperate with as a result of the interdisciplinary approach?

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What was the interdisciplinary approach of that period often referred to as?

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What common bias affected the early history of psychology development?

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What was a major limitation regarding the subjects of psychological experiments until the 1960s?

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What did Naomi Weisstein's 1968 article primarily criticize?

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Which of these is an example of a common bias critiqued by feminist psychology?

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What research bias did Henrich, Heine, and Norenzayan highlight about the participants in psychology experiments?

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What does WEIRD stand for in the context of the research by Henrich, Heine, and Norenzayan?

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What is the primary difference between multicultural and cross-cultural psychology?

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Who was the first African American to receive a PhD in psychology in the United States?

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What was the main focus of the early work of psychologists from diverse backgrounds, such as George I. Sanchez?

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What is the most significant contribution of research by Mamie Phipps Clark and Kenneth Clark?

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Wundt's view of psychology

Wilhelm Wundt, considered the 'father of psychology', believed in a scientific approach to studying conscious experience. He aimed to identify the components of consciousness and how they combined to create our perception of the world.

Introspection

Introspection is a technique where individuals carefully examine and report on their own conscious experiences. It's a way of looking 'inward' to understand how our minds work.

Voluntarism

Wundt believed that individuals have free will and should be informed about the purpose of a psychology experiment. This idea contrasts with approaches that focus on passively observing behavior.

Structuralism

Edward Titchener, a student of Wundt, developed structuralism. It focused on the components of mental processes, similar to Wundt's approach, but emphasized describing the structures of the mind.

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Wundt's view of culture

Wundt's view on the study of culture was also prominent in his work. He argued that understanding human behavior required considering the cultural context in which it occurs.

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Wundt's laboratory

Wundt established the first laboratory dedicated to psychological research in 1879 at the University of Leipzig, marking a significant step in the development of psychology as a scientific discipline.

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Principles of Physiological Psychology

Wundt's book, Principles of Physiological Psychology, published in 1873, marked a pivotal moment in psychology's history. It outlined his scientific approach to studying conscious experience.

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Volkerpsychologie

In 1904, Wundt published Volkerpsychologie, a book that highlighted the importance of studying different cultures in understanding human behavior.

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What was Wundt's lab known for?

Wundt’s lab focused on measuring the simplest mental processes using objective methods like reaction time.

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What is introspection?

Introspection is a method of exploring the mind by examining one's own thoughts and feelings from the inside out.

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What is functionalism?

Functionalism, championed by James, Dewey, and Peirce, emphasized how mental processes help organisms adapt to their environment.

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What was the focus of functionalism?

Functionalism focused on understanding how the whole mind works in the context of an organism's adaptation to its environment.

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What is Freud's psychoanalytic theory?

Freud's psychoanalytic theory emphasized the unconscious mind, early childhood experiences, and their influence on behavior.

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How did Freud believe we could access the unconscious?

Freud believed unconscious thoughts and experiences could be accessed through techniques like dream analysis and examining slips of the tongue.

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What is psychoanalytic therapy?

Psychoanalytic therapy, popularized by Freud, involves patients discussing their experiences to uncover unconscious conflicts.

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What is Gestalt psychology?

Gestalt psychology emphasized that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts in perception, meaning we perceive things as complete forms.

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What are Gestalt principles?

Gestalt principles, like proximity, similarity, and closure, explain how we perceive patterns in our world.

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Who were the key figures in Gestalt psychology?

Max Wertheimer, Kurt Koffka, and Wolfgang Köhler were key figures in establishing Gestalt psychology.

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Who established the first psychology laboratory?

Wilhelm Wundt established the first psychology laboratory in Leipzig, Germany, focusing on experimental methods.

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Who was a key figure in functionalism?

William James, a pioneer in American psychology, is known for his functionalist approach studying how mental processes help us adapt.

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What was Freud's main contribution?

Freud's psychoanalytic theory emphasized the importance of the unconscious mind, early childhood experiences, and their impact on behavior.

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What is the core idea behind Gestalt psychology?

Gestalt psychology focuses on how we perceive the world by organizing it into meaningful patterns and wholes.

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What was a key limitation of Wundt's approach?

Wundt's use of introspection, while valuable, was limited by its subjective nature and lack of consistency across individuals.

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Gestalt Psychology

A school of psychology that emphasizes the whole, subjective experience, focusing on how elements of our sensory experience interact to create perception.

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Gestalt Principle

The idea that a sensory experience can be broken down into individual parts, but the perception is determined by how these parts relate to each other as a whole.

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Classical Conditioning

A learning behavior in which a neutral stimulus becomes associated with a natural reflex, causing the organism to produce the reflex in response to the neutral stimulus.

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Ivan Pavlov

The pioneer of classical conditioning who studied salivation in dogs.

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Behaviorism

A school of psychology that emphasizes observable behavior, rejecting the study of inner mental processes.

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John B. Watson

The father of behaviorism, who believed that objective study of consciousness was impossible and preferred to focus on observable, controllable behavior.

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Skinner Box

An experimental chamber used by behaviorists to study how an organism's behavior is affected by its consequences.

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Operant Conditioning

The principles of shaping behavior through consequences, including reinforcement and punishment.

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Reinforcement

A stimulus that increases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

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Punishment

A stimulus that decreases the likelihood of a behavior being repeated.

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Environmental Psychology

A theoretical approach in psychology that focuses on environmental influences on human behavior.

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Behavioral Therapy

A type of therapy that focuses on changing behavior through reinforcement, punishment, and other behavioral techniques.

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Animal Models

The idea that what is learned in animal experiments can be applied to human behavior, to some extent.

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Scientific Psychology

The objective methods and experimental techniques used in behaviorism helped establish psychology as a scientific discipline.

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Humanism

A school of thought in psychology that emphasizes the potential for good inherent in all humans.

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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

A hierarchy of needs proposed by Abraham Maslow, suggesting that humans are motivated to fulfill basic needs before pursuing higher-level goals.

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Self-Actualization

The highest level in Maslow's hierarchy, representing the realization of one's full potential.

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Client-Centered Therapy

A therapeutic approach developed by Carl Rogers, where the therapist focuses on creating a supportive environment for the client to explore their own issues.

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Unconditional Positive Regard

A core principle of client-centered therapy, referring to the therapist's acceptance and respect for the client, regardless of their thoughts, feelings, or behaviors.

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Cognitive Revolution

A movement in psychology that emerged in the mid-20th century, emphasizing the study of mental processes, such as perception, attention, memory, and language.

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Psychoanalysis

A school of thought in psychology that focuses on the unconscious mind and its influence on behavior and thoughts.

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Conditioned Learning

A process of learning through repeated associations between stimuli and responses.

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Qualitative Research

A method of research focused on understanding the subjective experiences and perspectives of individuals.

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Quantitative Research

A method of research involving the measurement and analysis of numerical data.

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Human Behavioral Modification

The process of changing or modifying behavior through various techniques and interventions.

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Noam Chomsky

A key figure in the cognitive revolution, known for his work on linguistics and his critique of behaviorism.

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Determinism

The belief that all actions are predetermined by factors beyond individual control, such as genetics and environment.

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Reductionism

The process of simplifying complex phenomena into simpler components to facilitate understanding.

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Ethnic Groups in Psychology

The American Psychological Association (APA) has groups that connect psychologists of various ethnicities, promoting research on how culture interacts with psychology.

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Women's Contributions to Psychology

Women have been instrumental in psychology since its early days, like Margaret Floy Washburn, the first woman to get a psychology doctorate, whose book became a standard text.

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Harvard's Denial of Mary Whiton Calkins' PhD

Mary Whiton Calkins, despite completing her PhD requirements, was denied the degree by Harvard due to her gender. She researched memory and wrote about self-psychology.

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Little Peter's Fear Reduction

Mary Cover Jones's study, inspired by Little Albert, focused on removing fear in a child called Little Peter.

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Martha Bernal's Work with Children

Martha Bernal, the first Latina to earn a psychology doctorate, focused on research with Mexican American children.

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Inez Prosser's Pioneering Research

Inez Beverly Prosser became the first African American woman to be awarded a PhD in psychology, conducting groundbreaking research in education.

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Clarks' Research and Brown v. Board

The landmark Brown v. Board of Education case, which desegregated schools, was influenced by the work of Kenneth Clark and Mamie Phipps Clark, African American psychologists.

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The Clarks' Doll Studies

The research of Kenneth Clark and Mamie Phipps Clark demonstrated the negative impact of segregation on African American children's self-esteem, becoming a crucial part of the Brown v. Board decision.

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Who is Noam Chomsky?

This influential figure, known for his work in linguistics and cognitive science, is credited with playing a significant role in the cognitive revolution. He challenged traditional behavioral views and emphasized mental processes.

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What are Cognitive Sciences?

This interdisciplinary field draws upon various disciplines, including psychology, linguistics, neuroscience, and computer science, to understand human cognition.

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What does WEIRD stand for?

This term describes societies that are predominantly Western, educated, industrialized, rich, and democratic. Research suggests these societies may not fully represent the diversity of human behavior.

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What is Multicultural Psychology?

This field focuses on understanding the impact of culture on individuals and behaviors. They aim to uncover differences in how people think, feel, and behave based on their cultural backgrounds.

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What is Cross-Cultural Psychology?

This field examines how people and societies differ across cultures. They compare individuals and groups from different countries to identify cultural variations.

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How did early psychology reflect societal biases?

Early psychology was dominated by White, male perspectives, which resulted in biases against other groups. This led to limited opportunities for women and minorities to participate in psychology and impeded the understanding of diverse experiences.

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What is meant by 'Womanless' psychology?

This term describes the lack of female representation in early psychology, both as practitioners and subjects of research. This limited understanding of women's experiences and perspectives.

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What is the problem with overstudying WEIRD populations?

This term describes how the focus on studying primarily WEIRD populations has resulted in a limited understanding of human diversity. The results of studies on WEIRD populations cannot necessarily be generalized to other groups.

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What is Naomi Weisstein's work known for?

This seminal work by Naomi Weisstein critiqued psychology for its biases against women and paved the way for the development of feminist psychology.

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What is Feminist Psychology?

This approach in psychology aims to dismantle the influences of male cultural biases and promote a deeper understanding of women's experiences.

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What is the Brown v. Board of Education case known for?

This legal case focused on desegregation in schools and was significantly influenced by the research of Mamie Phipps Clark and Kenneth Clark on racial bias.

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Who are Kenneth and Mamie Phipps Clark?

This prominent African American psychologist, along with his wife, Mamie Phipps Clark, conducted research on racial prejudice, which impacted the desegregation movement.

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Who is Francis Cecil Sumner?

This influential African American psychologist established a psychology degree program at an historically Black university, promoting the education of diverse psychologists.

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Who is George I. Sanchez?

This prominent Mexican American psychologist challenged the biased nature of intelligence testing and advocated for equitable education for children.

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Study Notes

Pioneers of Psychology

  • Wundt and James are considered founders of psychology as a distinct science separate from philosophy.
  • Wundt's structuralism focused on the contents of mental processes, using introspection.
  • Wundt established the first psychology laboratory at Leipzig in 1879, employing reaction time experiments.
  • James and functionalism emphasized the function of behavior in adaptation to the environment.
  • Functionalism also focused on the mind's operation as a whole, contrasting with structuralism's focus on individual parts.

Freud and Psychoanalytic Theory

  • Freud, an Austrian neurologist, theorized that unconscious feelings and urges drive behavior.
  • He revolutionized clinical psychology by emphasizing unconscious mind access via dream analysis, first words, and slips of the tongue.
  • Psychoanalytic theory emphasizes unconscious conflicts, early childhood experiences., and the role of the unconscious in shaping behavior.
  • Freud's ideas about childhood experiences and unconscious motivations influenced many subsequent theories and remain in use today.

Gestalt Psychology

  • Wertheimer, Koffka, and Köhler introduced Gestalt principles, emphasizing the perception of wholes rather than individual parts.
  • Gestalt psychology viewed sensory experience as a combination of parts forming a whole, contradicting Wundt's approach.
  • Despite contributions, the rise of behaviorism in the US hindered its influence compared to its reception in Germany.

Behaviorism

  • Behaviorism, pioneered by Pavlov, Watson, and Skinner, focused on observable behavior rather than consciousness.
  • Pavlov's classical conditioning showed how a conditioned reflex elicits responses to associated stimuli.
  • Watson argued for objective analysis of behavior, shifting focus away from the mind.
  • Skinner's operant conditioning experiments emphasized reinforcement and punishment.
  • Skinner's Skinner box is a tool still used to study operant conditioning.

Humanism

  • Humanism emerged in opposition to the perceived limitations of behaviorism and psychoanalysis.
  • Humanists emphasized personal control, intentionality, inherent goodness, and self-concept.
  • Maslow's hierarchy of needs showed how basic needs motivate behavior, culminating in self-actualization.
  • Rogers' client-centered therapy emphasized unconditional positive regard, genuineness, and empathy.

The Cognitive Revolution

  • The cognitive revolution re-focused psychology on the mind.
  • Chomsky criticized behaviorism's narrow focus, advocating for a study encompassing mental processes.
  • This movement involved cooperation with other fields like linguistics, neuroscience, and computer science.
  • Cognitive psychology emerged as a distinct field with Ulric Neisser's seminal textbook in 1967.

Feminist Psychology

  • Early psychology was largely dominated by White men, leading to biases.
  • Feminist psychology challenged existing biases in the field, critiquing male influence and assumptions.
  • Weisstein's critique fostered a movement seeking to understand women's psychology without cultural bias.

Multicultural and Cross-Cultural Psychology

  • Multicultural psychology studies diverse populations within one country, exploring cultural influences.
  • Cross-cultural psychology compares populations across different countries.
  • Sumner, Sanchez, and the Clarks challenged intelligence testing and promoting innovative educational methods for diverse groups.
  • The impact of culture on psychological processes is important to recognize.

Women in Psychology

  • Women have made substantial contributions to psychology, although often overlooked.
  • Washburn was the first woman to earn a psychology Ph.D. and authored a standard psychology textbook.
  • Calkins's work in memory and self-psychology was crucial, but Harvard denied her a Ph.D..
  • Jones conducted research on fear, building on Watson's work but demonstrating that fear conditioning can be unlearned.
  • Other women challenged assumptions about gender's influence on psychology and highlighted psychological differences across cultures.

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