definitions
Psychology is...
The scientific study of behavior and mental processes
What does structuralism do?
Breaks down behavior often using introspection (self-report)
Wilhelm Wundt
Psychological approach
A method of studying the mind in an unconscious state of mind
Sigmund Freud
Sociocultural Psychology
Our behavior is the result of the culture we belong to.
No specific person
the concept that behavior depends on the shape of your head
What does functionalism do?
examines the function of behavior. It believes that everything we do is because if the function of survival.
William James
Behavioral psychology
Behavior is a result of the actions and thoughts of others.
Pavlov/ Watson/ Skinner
What did Hippocrates do?
Developed the 4 Humors theory
Inheritable traits
Behavior is the direct result of our inherited genes.
Sir Francis Galton
Humanistic Psychology
Each person has the freedom to direct their future and achieve personal growth.
Maslow/ Rogers/ May
Gestalt psychology
Behavior is a result of our knowledge and ability to solve problems.
Wertheimer/ Kohler/ Koffka
Cognitive Psychology
Behavior is a result of how we use information.
Piaget/ Chomsky/ Festinger
Biological Psychology
Our behavior is a result of our genes.
No person