Perspectives
This perspective examines biochemical processes of thought and behavior.
Biological
This man is considered the father of Psychology
Wilhelm Wundt
In this type of observation psychologists try not to interfere with the individuals they are observing.
Naturalistic
This is the subset of participants selected from a population.
Sample
This perspective attempts to explain human behavior through how it may aid in survival.
Evolutionary
Focuses on observable behavior to understand the mind underneath.
Behaviorism
This man is the founder of psychoanalysis
Sigmund Freud
In this type of observation psychologists observe how people change over time.
Longitudinal
Researchers conduct in-depth investigations of individuals or small groups.
Case Study
This perspective examines how a person’s thought process may lead them to act a certain way.
Cognitive
Focuses on unconscious influences on the conscious mind.
Psychoanalysis
This man is known for using reinforcement as a way to change behavior.
B. F. Skinner
This term refers to the entire group of people one is interested in studying.
Population
Psychology is the study of _____ and _____.
Behavior and Mental Processes
This perspective focuses on how behaviors are useful to the organism doing them.
Functionalism
This perspective focuses on how a person sees themselves and how they can grow to achieve that.
Humanistic
This man is the founder of behaviorism.
John B. Watson
This type of research allows psychologists to compare the behavior of participants in different age groups.
Cross-Sectional
This type of sample reflects the characteristics of the population.
Representative Sample
This perspective examines how and why people perceive things the way they do.
Gestalt
This perspective focuses on the basic elements of consciousness. Defines consciousness as our sensations and feelings.
Structuralism
This man is credited with Functionalism Perspective.
William James
This research method is a series of questions people are asked to answer about a particular topic.
Survey
Psychology is considered to be apart of this type of science.
Social Science
This perspective examines the influence of other people and society on a person’s actions or thought.
Sociocultural