History Of Cognitive Psychology 2 Flashcards
These were the 2 approaches used to study the mind.
- Philosophical Approach
- Biological Approach
The philosophical approach uses _________ to understand the mind.
Introspection
The biological approach used _________ to study the mind.
Observational/Empirical methods
This philosopher believed that reality does not reside in concrete objects but in “abstract forms” represented in our mind.
Plato
This philosopher believed that reality lies only in the “concrete world of
objects” accessed through the “senses”.
Aristotle
This refers to understanding the mind or knowledge, through “logical
analysis” and “introspection”.
Rationalism
It imposes that “observations of the
external world” are the only means to arrive at truth.
Empiricism
The “innateness” of the mind or mental faculties, lean toward what belief?
Rationalism
“Acquired experiences” through “interaction with the environment”, support what ideal?
Empiricism
Where can we see rationalism in psychology today?
Theories
Where can we find empiricism in psychology today?
Experimentation
This philosopher supported Plato’s idea— by which he emphasized “reflective methods” were more efficient in studying the mind.
René Descartes
This philosopher supported Aristotle’s belief, claiming “observation” was key in studying mental processes.
John Locke
In the 18th century, German philosopher ______________ addressed the conflict between rationalism and empiricism, by claiming both were needed to study the mind.
Immanuel Kant