Is psychology a science Flashcards
1
Q
What is a science?
A
Empirical
Falsifiable
Replicability
High control
Objective
2
Q
What is good about science?
A
Can establish cause and effect
3
Q
What is a paradigm shift?
A
A shift in the traditional way of thinking
4
Q
2 types of theory construction
A
Inductive - observe and make theory
Deductive- start with theory, test hypothesis.