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Which psychological approach emphasizes the importance of unconscious motives in our thoughts and actions?
What does Gestalt Psychology emphasize in human perception?
Which early school of thought is characterized by its focus on the function of mental processes and behavior?
Which field analyzes the role of the brain and neurotransmitters in influencing behavior, thoughts, and feelings?
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What key focus does Behavioral Psychology primarily emphasize?
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What does cognitive psychology primarily study?
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Which branch of psychology focuses on psychological factors influencing health?
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What is the main focus of forensic psychology?
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Which psychology branch examines behavior across different cultures?
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What is the focus of sports psychology?
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Study Notes
Humanistic Psychology
- Emphasizes human potential, achievements, growth, and happiness.
Structuralism
- Founded by Wilhelm Wundt, focuses on using introspection to explore the structure of the human mind.
Functionalism
- Influenced by Charles Darwin; advanced by William James, it examines mental processes and behaviors regarding how they enable adaptation and survival.
Psychoanalysis
- Developed by Sigmund Freud, this approach posits that our thoughts and actions are influenced by unconscious motives.
Gestalt Psychology
- An approach that suggests we perceive entire structures rather than merely the sum of their individual parts.
Behavioral Psychology
- Concentrates on observable behaviors and the principles of learning that explain them.
Bio-psychology
- An interdisciplinary field that studies the relationship between brain processes, neurotransmitters, and human behavior, thoughts, and feelings.
Cognitive Psychology
- Investigates mental processes such as perception, thought, memory, and reasoning.
Comparative Psychology
- Involves the study of animal behavior for comparative analysis with human behavior.
Cross-Cultural Psychology
- Examines and contrasts behaviors across different cultures.
Developmental Psychology
- Studies changes in physical, cognitive, and social characteristics throughout the lifespan.
Forensic Psychology
- Applies psychological principles to matters related to the justice system.
Health Psychology
- Focuses on the psychological factors that influence the causes, treatment, and maintenance of health and physical illness.
Industrial-Organizational Psychology
- Uses psychological theories and methods to optimize human behavior in workplace settings.
Social Psychology
- Studies how individuals think about, influence, and interact with one another.
Sports Psychology
- Applies psychological concepts to enhance motivation, performance, and consistency in athletes.
Psychodynamic Perspective
- Highlights the significance of inner feelings and unconscious tensions in understanding human behavior.
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Explore the key theories and movements that shaped psychology, focusing on Humanism, Structuralism, Functionalism, and Psychoanalysis. This quiz will test your understanding of these foundational concepts and their implications on human behavior and mental processes.
