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PY 101
Chapter 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| introspection | Systematic examination of subjective mental experiences that requires people to inspect and report on the content of their thoughts. |
| functionalism | concerned with the adaptive purpose, or function, of mind and behavior |
| unconscious | mental processes that operate below level of conscious awareness |
| basic psychology | Study of psychological issues in order to seek knowledge for its own sake, rather than for practical application |
| applied psychology | Study of psychological issues that have direct practical significance |
| correlational studies | examine how variables are related to each other, without intervention |