funcionalismo Flashcards
What is functionalism in psychology?
Functionalism is a theoretical perspective that focuses on the functions of mental processes and behavior in adapting to the environment.
True or False: Functionalism emphasizes the structure of the mind over its functions.
False
Who is considered one of the founders of functionalism?
William James
Fill in the blank: Functionalism emerged as a reaction to _______.
structuralism
What is the main focus of functionalist psychology?
The main focus is on how mental processes help individuals adapt to their environment.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following concepts is most associated with functionalism? A) Introspection B) Consciousness C) Adaptation D) Behaviorism
C) Adaptation
What does functionalism say about consciousness?
Functionalism views consciousness as a stream of experiences that serves a purpose in adapting to the environment.
True or False: Functionalism is primarily concerned with the components of the mind.
False
What role does behavior play in functionalism?
Behavior is seen as a key element that reflects mental processes and their adaptive functions.
Fill in the blank: Functionalism influenced the development of _______.
behaviorism
Multiple Choice: Which approach is NOT aligned with functionalism? A) Psychoanalysis B) Behaviorism C) Cognitive psychology D) Evolutionary psychology
A) Psychoanalysis
What did functionalists believe about the mind?
Functionalists believed that the mind’s processes are best understood in terms of their utility and practical applications.
True or False: Functionalism has no relevance in modern psychology.
False
What is one criticism of functionalism?
One criticism is that it lacks a clear methodology for studying mental processes.
Fill in the blank: Functionalism is often associated with the study of _______ behavior.
adaptive
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a key method used by functionalists? A) Experiments B) Surveys C) Observational studies D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What is the significance of the ‘stream of consciousness’ concept?
It highlights the continuous flow of thoughts and experiences, emphasizing their dynamic nature.
True or False: Functionalism is solely based on laboratory experiments.
False
What impact did functionalism have on education?
Functionalism influenced educational psychology by advocating for teaching methods that accommodate individual learning processes.
Fill in the blank: Functionalists are interested in how mental processes help individuals _______.
adapt
What is the relationship between functionalism and evolutionary psychology?
Functionalism laid the groundwork for evolutionary psychology by emphasizing adaptation and survival.
Multiple Choice: Which psychologist is known for his functionalist approach? A) Sigmund Freud B) Carl Rogers C) John Dewey D) B.F. Skinner
C) John Dewey
What is a key contribution of functionalism to psychology?
It broadened the scope of psychology to include a focus on the purpose of mental processes.
True or False: Functionalism is synonymous with behaviorism.
False
What is the primary goal of functionalist research?
To understand how mental processes and behaviors function in real-world situations.
