Understanding Psychology: Origins, Goals, and Scope
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What is the primary goal of psychology according to the text?

  • Change behavior and mental processes
  • Influence behavior and mental processes
  • Control behavior and mental processes
  • Predict behavior and mental processes (correct)

Who is considered the founder of Psychology according to the text?

  • Rene Descartes
  • Edward Tichener
  • Aristotle
  • Wilhelm Wundt (correct)

Which philosopher, mentioned in the text, wrote about sleep, dreams, senses, and memory over 2,000 years ago?

  • Rene Descartes
  • Edward Tichener
  • Aristotle (correct)
  • Wilhelm Wundt

What concept refers to the idea that the mind and body are separate entities that interact?

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Which approach in psychology focuses on the study of the basic components of conscious experiences?

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What does the acronym 'DPECCI' stand for in relation to psychology goals?

<p>'Deep penguins explained cool, chilled, ice beverages' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of functionalism in psychology?

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Which psychological perspective emphasizes unconscious influences and early life experiences?

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What is the main emphasis of humanistic psychology according to the text?

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Which type of neuron conveys information to the brain from specialized receptor cells?

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What is the main role of glial cells in relation to neurons?

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What is a defining characteristic of neurons that helps in communicating information in electrical and chemical form?

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Goal of Psychology

The primary goal of psychology is to understand and predict human behavior and mental processes.

Founder of Psychology

Wilhelm Wundt is widely recognized as the founder of psychology, establishing the first experimental psychology laboratory in 1879.

Aristotle's Contributions to Psychology

Aristotle, a Greek philosopher, made significant contributions to the understanding of sleep, dreams, senses, and memory over 2,000 years ago.

Dualism

Dualism is a philosophical concept that proposes the mind and body are separate entities, interacting with each other.

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Structuralism

Structuralism, a school of thought in psychology, focuses on breaking down conscious experiences into basic elements.

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Functionalism

Functionalism emphasizes understanding the adaptive functions of human behavior. How does it help us survive and thrive?

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Psychodynamic Perspective

The psychodynamic perspective highlights the influence of unconscious processes and early life experiences in shaping behavior and personality.

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Humanistic Psychology

Humanistic psychology emphasizes the unique potential of individuals for growth, self-direction, and fulfilling lives.

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Sensory Neurons

Sensory neurons are specialized cells that transmit information from sensory receptors to the brain.

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Glial Cells

Glial cells, also known as neuroglia, support and nourish neurons. Think of them as support staff for the brain's messengers.

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Dendrites

A defining feature of neurons that allows them to communicate information is the dendrite. These branched extensions receive signals from other neurons.

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Neuron Communication

Neurons use both electrical and chemical signals to transmit information throughout the nervous system.

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