Chapter 1 Flashcards
When and Where Did Psychology Begin as a Natural Science?
1879
The University of Leipzig Germany
What is Structuralism
Structuralism involves trying to break apart and study the pieces of consciousness, like sensations and perception, into their elements and parts
They used introspection, which involves one describing his or her own subjective experience. (not standardized or objective)
Who is associated with Structuralism?
Wilhelm Wundt
What is Functionalism?
Functionalism involves trying to understand how consciousness works and functions (how it has evolved) in terms of consciousness, memory, habits, etc.
Who is associated with Functionalism
William James
What area of psychology is Freud associated with?
Psychoanalysis
What is Behaviorism
The study of psychology through empirical science and physical behavior as a way to measure.
Who wrote “ Psychology as the Behavioralist views it “
John Watson
Who proposed that humans have basic needs then progress towards higher needs and motivations?
Abraham Maslow
This perspective says that we perceive whole forms
Gestalt Psychology
Carl Rogers proposed that all of the following are essential to help his clients grow
Empathy
Unconditional Positive Regard
Genuineness/Congruence
In the late 1800s, the focus of psychological study was
Conciousness
“Empirical” emphasizes knowledge from
Sensory Observation
Who Wrote “ The Principals of Psychology”
William James
It is generally believed that the first psychological experiment took place in the year
1879
