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what makes today's psychoology different from eearly philosophical tradition?
today's psychology relies on scientific methhodologies to research into thought and behavior, whereas early philosophers utilized observation and logic
Provide a definition of dualism
Dualism is a system of thouught that asserts that the mind and the body are separate entities that interact to form the human experience
What happened in 1879 at the University of Leipzig?
In 1879 at the University of Leipzig W.Wundt opened the world's very first psychology laboratory
Mention the strenghts and weaknesses of structuralism
Structuralism's strong point was its emphasis on scientific reserch; Its weak point was its main method, introspection, which was unreliable, limiting and subjective
How did Sigmund Freud change the face of psychology?
Freud dramatically change psycology in that he proposed a theory of personality that stressed the importance of the unconscious mind
What diid behaviorism focus on?
Behaviorism focused purely on observable behavior
What is referred to as the "third force" in psychology and why?
Humanistic psychology was referred to as the "third force" in psychology because it was proposed as an alternative to both psychoanalysis and behaviorism
Which is currently the main approach to psychology?
Today the main approach to psychology is an eclectic approach
ABNORMAL PSYCHOLOGY
Is the study of abnormal behavior and psychopathology. this specialialty area is focused o research and treatment of a variety of mental disorders and is linked to psychotherapy and clinical psychology
BIOLOGICAL PSYCHOLOGY
also known as biopsychologgy, studies how biological processes influence the mind and behavior. this area is closely linked to neuroscience and utilizes tools such as RMI to look at brain injuri or brain abnormalities
CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGY
is focused on the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders
COGNITIVE PSYCHOLOGY
is the study of human thought processes and cognitions. it focuses on topics such as attention, memory, perception, decision-making, problem solving, and language acquisition.
COMPARATIVE PSYCHOLOGY
is the branch of psychology concerned whit the study of animal behavior. The study of animal behavior can lead to a deeper and broader understanding of human psychology.
DEVELOPMENTAL PSYCHOLOGY
Is the branch of psychology that looks at human growth and devolopment over the lifespan. Theories often focus on the development of cognitive abilities, morality, social functioning, and other life areas.
FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
is an applied field focused on using psychological research and principles in the legal and criminal justice system
INDUSTRIAL ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
is the area of psychology that uses psychological research to improve work performance, select employees, improve product design, and enhance usability
PERSONALITY PSYCHOLOGY
Looks at the various elements that make up individual personalities
SCHOOL PSYCHOLOGY
is the branch of psycology that works within the educational system to help children with emotional, social and academic issues
SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
is a discipline that uses scientific methods to study social influence, social perception. it studies diverse subjects including group behavior, social perception, leadership, nonverbal behavior, conformity, aggression and prejudice
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