PsyL 1011 Chapter 1: Essence of Psychology Quiz
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What is the meaning of the word 'psyche' in the context of psychology?

  • Mind
  • Soul (correct)
  • Facial expressions
  • Knowledge
  • Which term refers to the unobservable behavior in psychology?

  • Movement
  • Talking
  • Facial expressions
  • Thoughts (correct)
  • What is the primary focus of psychology as a science?

  • Physical health
  • Historical events
  • Artistic expression
  • Human behavior and mental processes (correct)
  • What differentiates psychology from other behavioral sciences?

    <p>Use of empirical data</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes the meaning of 'logos' in the context of psychology?

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

    What is the main focus of psychology according to the given text?

    <p>Individual behaviors rather than group behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the goal of the school of thought known as Gestalt psychology?

    <p>To study the whole mind than its parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is considered the founder of functionalism in psychology?

    <p>William James</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method was primarily used by the school of thought known as structuralism?

    <p>Objective introspection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did psychology begin as a science of its own?

    <p>In 1879 in Leipzig, Germany</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Key Concepts in Psychology

    • In psychology, the term 'psyche' refers to the human mind or soul.
    • The term 'latent' refers to the unobservable behavior in psychology.

    Focus of Psychology

    • The primary focus of psychology as a science is to study behavior and mental processes.
    • Psychology differentiates itself from other behavioral sciences by focusing on the individual's mental processes and behavior.

    Logos and Psychology

    • In the context of psychology, 'logos' refers to reason, discourse, or logic.

    Historical Development of Psychology

    • The main focus of psychology is to study conscious experience and behavior.
    • The goal of Gestalt psychology was to understand the organization of perceptual experience.
    • John Dewey is considered the founder of functionalism in psychology.
    • The school of thought known as structuralism primarily used introspection as a method.
    • Psychology began as a science of its own in the late 19th century, specifically in 1879.

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    Test your knowledge of the essence of psychology with this quiz covering the definition of basic concepts, goals, historical background, theoretical perspectives, branches, research methods, and applications of psychology. Brainstorming questions included.

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