The origins of psychology A03 Flashcards
1
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Wundts methods were unreliable
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relied primarily on non observable behaviours e.g. memory and perception
2
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Introspection can be inaccurate
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WILSON - claimed we have little knowledge of the causes and processes of our actions. There are many underlying beliefs we have outside of the conscious awareness that wouldn’t be uncovered by introspection.
3
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Introspection is still useful
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HUNTER - measured happiness in teens and found challenging tasks resulted in happier teens - lead to improvement in quality of life
4
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Wundts work paved the way for future
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He first introduced a very scientific psychology and inspired many other psychologists
