Introduction and Research Methods

Question 1

Definition of Psychology

Answer 1

The scientific study of behavior and mental processes.

Question 2

Who was Wilhelm Wundt?

Answer 2

He was the founder of psychology. (1832-1929)

Question 3

William James

Answer 3

Founder of functionalism.

Question 4

What are the four basic goals of psychology

Answer 4

To describe, predict, explain, and control.

Question 4

What are the four basic goals of psychology

Answer 4

To describe, predict, explain, and control.

Question 5

Structuralism

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Early school of psychology that emphasized studying the most basic components, or structures of conscious experiences or thought. Includes introspection. Edward B. Titchener.

Question 6

Functionalism

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William James: Adaptive role of behavior.

Question 7

Psychoanalysis

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Sigmund Freud (1856-1939) ; Unconscious influences on behavior.

Question 8

Behaviorism

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Observable behaviors that can be objectively measured and verified.

Question 9

Psychological Perspectives

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Biological ; Psycho-dynamic ; Behavior ; Humanistic ; Positive Psychology ; Cognitive ; Cross-cultural ; Evolutionary Psychology.

Question 10

Specialty Areas in Psychology

Answer 10

Biological; Clinical; Cognitive; Counseling; Development; Educational; Experimental ; Health ; Personality ; Industrial/Organizational ; Social ; School ; Applied.