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Which perspective focuses on the influence of the environment on behavior?
Which perspective focuses on the influence of the environment on behavior?
What is the goal of psychoanalysis?
What is the goal of psychoanalysis?
Which therapy is associated with unlearning certain behaviors?
Which therapy is associated with unlearning certain behaviors?
Which perspective focuses on observable behavior?
Which perspective focuses on observable behavior?
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What is the main focus of social learning theory?
What is the main focus of social learning theory?
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Which therapy is associated with gaining insight into underlying motives and conflicts?
Which therapy is associated with gaining insight into underlying motives and conflicts?
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What does CBT stand for?
What does CBT stand for?
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Which perspective focuses on gaining insight into underlying motives and conflicts?
Which perspective focuses on gaining insight into underlying motives and conflicts?
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Who is generally credited as the founder of psychology as an experimental science?
Who is generally credited as the founder of psychology as an experimental science?
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What is the method used by Wilhelm Wundt in his study of psychology?
What is the method used by Wilhelm Wundt in his study of psychology?
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What are the goals of psychology?
What are the goals of psychology?
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Which early school of psychology focused on breaking down the mind/consciousness into parts?
Which early school of psychology focused on breaking down the mind/consciousness into parts?
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Who proposed the school of psychology known as functionalism?
Who proposed the school of psychology known as functionalism?
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Which school of psychology rejected structuralism and focused on considering the 'big' picture and meaningful patterns and wholes?
Which school of psychology rejected structuralism and focused on considering the 'big' picture and meaningful patterns and wholes?
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Which school of psychology emphasized that the environment molds behavior through observation and rewards/punishments?
Which school of psychology emphasized that the environment molds behavior through observation and rewards/punishments?
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Who is known for the school of psychology called psychoanalysis?
Who is known for the school of psychology called psychoanalysis?
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Which perspective in psychology emphasizes the importance of personal freedom and responsibility for our actions?
Which perspective in psychology emphasizes the importance of personal freedom and responsibility for our actions?
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Which perspective in psychology focuses on the connection between biology and behavior, including the role of genetics and the brain?
Which perspective in psychology focuses on the connection between biology and behavior, including the role of genetics and the brain?
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Which perspective in psychology applies Darwin's theory of evolution to explain behavior and brain functioning?
Which perspective in psychology applies Darwin's theory of evolution to explain behavior and brain functioning?
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Study Notes
Perspectives in Psychology
- The Environmental Perspective focuses on the influence of the environment on behavior.
- The Psychoanalytic Perspective focuses on gaining insight into underlying motives and conflicts.
- The Behavioral Perspective focuses on observable behavior.
- The Humanistic Perspective emphasizes the importance of personal freedom and responsibility for our actions.
- The Biological Perspective focuses on the connection between biology and behavior, including the role of genetics and the brain.
- The Evolutionary Perspective applies Darwin's theory of evolution to explain behavior and brain functioning.
Therapies
- Behavioral Therapy is associated with unlearning certain behaviors.
- Psychoanalysis is associated with gaining insight into underlying motives and conflicts.
- CBT stands for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
Historical Figures
- Wilhelm Wundt is generally credited as the founder of psychology as an experimental science.
- Wundt used the method of Introspection in his study of psychology.
- William James is known for proposing the school of psychology called Functionalism.
- Sigmund Freud is known for the school of psychology called Psychoanalysis.
Schools of Psychology
- Structuralism is an early school of psychology that focused on breaking down the mind/consciousness into parts.
- Functionalism rejected structuralism and focused on considering the 'big' picture and meaningful patterns and wholes.
- Behaviorism emphasized that the environment molds behavior through observation and rewards/punishments.
Goals of Psychology
- The goals of psychology include understanding individual behavior, developing interventions to improve behavior, and enhancing well-being.
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Test your knowledge of psychology and its origins with this informative quiz! From the Greek roots of the word to the pioneering work of Wilhelm Wundt, challenge yourself to understand the fundamental aspects of this fascinating field. Perfect for friends, classmates, and even mathematicians looking to expand their understanding of the mind.
