Chapters for exam 1 (1-6) Flashcards
Define introspection
“Looking within.” The process of observing and recording one’s mental life and experiences. Requires specific trained thought patterns.
True or false: Introspection is a highly regarded method of hypothesis testing in Cognitive psychology today
False, Introspection relies on untestable claims. It relies on a person’s unreliable reports of their subjective perception. Perception is subject to change; thus, this method is unsuited for true scientific data collection.
Who was Wilhelm Wundt?
Early psychology researcher, devised introspection with Edward Bradford Titchener as a way to study thoughts and the inner workings of the mind
Compare and contrast Behaviorism and Introspection
Behaviorism focuses on measurable values such as people’s beliefs, preferences, hopes, and expectations, while introspection is untestable
Who was John B. Watson? Describe his research and opinions on psychology
American psychologist who established the psychological school of behaviorism. behaviorism rejected the study of consciousness. It was convinced that it could not be studied and that past attempts to do so have only been hindering the advancement of psychological theories. pushed for psychology to no longer be considered the science of the “mind”. Instead, stated that psychology should focus on the “behavior” of the individual, not their consciousness.
Describe the transcendental method
A type of theorizing proposed by the philosopher Immanuel Kant. To use this method, an investigator first observes the effects or consequences of a process and then asks: What must the process have been to bring about these effects?
Give an example of the transcendental method
The transcendental method is looking at observable traits to determine unobservable ones. Your
one example: A thief leaves a size 10 footprint. This observable trait can lead us to determine that the thief wears size 10 shoes.
who was Fredrick Bartlett?
British professor of experiential psychology. Theorized that people organize and shape their experiences into “schemas”
Describe at least one historical development that laid the groundwork for the cognitive revolution.
-computers and expanded vocabulary to describe cognition concerning technology.
-gestalt psychology
-Chomsky and linguistics
What is cognitive psychology? Compare the cognitive approach with behaviorism.
This branch of psychology concerns the input, processing, and output involved in mental processes. Behaviorism is only concerned with the output of mental processes.
What are some cognitive psychology applications in therapy and the real world?
think of at least three examples. You may describe CBT, ACT, or how a career may involve cognitive psychology.
H.M.’s Amnesia Disruptions
Impacts on memory, daily life, and learning abilities
Limitation of Introspection
Subjective, unreliable self-reporting for scientific evidence
Referring to Mental States
Necessary to explain behavior according to modern psychologists
Historical Development for Cognitive Revolution
Behaviorism’s limitations and computer science influence
Types of Evidence for Cognitive Psychologists
Behavioral, neurological, and computational evidence
Capgras Syndrome Symptoms
Belief loved ones are impostors, indicating face recognition issues
Cerebral Cortex
Outer layer of brain responsible for higher functions
Four Major Forebrain Lobes
Frontal, parietal, temporal, and occipital lobes
Functions of Hippocampus, Amygdala, Corpus Callosum
Memory, emotion, and communication between brain hemispheres
Structural vs. Functional Brain Imaging
Brain anatomy vs. brain activity visualization
Combining Brain Study Methods
Enhanced understanding through diverse research techniques
Localization of Function
Specific brain areas responsible for distinct functions
Projection Area in the Brain
Processes sensory or motor information