estruturalismo Flashcards
What is structuralism in psychology?
Structuralism is an approach that seeks to understand the structure of the mind by analyzing its components.
Who is considered the father of structuralism?
Wilhelm Wundt is considered the father of structuralism.
True or False: Structuralism focuses on the function of the mind rather than its structure.
False
What method did structuralists primarily use to study the mind?
Structuralists primarily used introspection, a method where individuals report their conscious experiences.
Fill in the blank: Structuralism emphasizes the analysis of __________.
mental processes
Which technique is associated with Wundt’s laboratory?
Experimental introspection.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a focus of structuralism? A) Sensation B) Perception C) Social behavior
C) Social behavior
What is the main goal of structuralism?
To break down mental processes into their most basic elements.
True or False: Structuralism laid the groundwork for functionalism and behaviorism.
True
Who were some notable psychologists influenced by structuralism?
Edward Titchener and G. Stanley Hall.
What was the primary criticism of structuralism?
Its reliance on introspection, which is subjective and not easily measurable.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following methods is primarily used in structuralism? A) Case studies B) Surveys C) Introspection
C) Introspection
Fill in the blank: Structuralism is often contrasted with __________.
functionalism
What did Edward Titchener contribute to structuralism?
He expanded Wundt’s ideas and introduced the term ‘structuralism’ to American psychology.
True or False: Structuralists believed that the mind could be understood through the study of behavior.
False
What is the significance of Wundt’s ‘Principles of Physiological Psychology’?
It established psychology as a distinct scientific discipline and laid the foundation for structuralism.
What are the basic elements of consciousness according to structuralists?
Sensations, feelings, and images.
Multiple Choice: Structuralism primarily deals with which aspect of psychology? A) Cognition B) Behavior C) Emotion
A) Cognition
Fill in the blank: The structuralist perspective is primarily concerned with __________.
how mental processes are organized
What is the legacy of structuralism in modern psychology?
It paved the way for later schools of thought, including functionalism and cognitive psychology.
True or False: Structuralism is still a dominant paradigm in psychology today.
False
What did structuralists believe about the relationship between mental processes and behavior?
They believed that understanding mental processes was essential to understanding behavior.
Which psychological movement emerged as a reaction against structuralism?
Functionalism.
What role did culture and experience play in structuralism?
Structuralists believed that culture and experience shaped individual consciousness.
Fill in the blank: In structuralism, the mind is compared to a __________.
complex machine
