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What is the best definition of psychology?
The study of behavior and mental processes in humans
What does the term 'mental processes' refer to in psychology?
Investigating activities happening in the brain
When did psychology become an independent discipline?
In 1879 when Wilhelm Wundt established the first experimental laboratory
What did psychology originally deal with according to the text?
The study of soul
What does 'scientific study' refer to in the context of psychology?
Using observation and description to understand personal world of the individual
Who is credited as the founder of a psychology laboratory at Harvard University?
William James
Which Greek philosopher argued more in favor of the nurture side in the nature vs. nurture debate?
Aristotle
What is the primary focus of abnormal psychology?
Describing, assessing, and predicting unusual behaviors
Which area of psychology deals with using scientific methods to create new knowledge about the causes of behavior?
Research Psychology
In what way are all psychologists similar despite their differences in interests and approaches?
They rely on scientific methods
Explore the definition and key concepts of psychology, which is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes in humans. Delve into topics such as observation, mental processes, perception, learning, remembering, and thinking.
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