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U0 Chapter 1: Psych

History and Psychological Perspectives

TermDefinition
Psychology The scientific study of behavior, mental processes and brain functions
Behavior Actions that we can observe
Mental processes Thoughts and emotions
Brain functions Brain activity and interactions
Structuralism Breaking down the mind into basic elements of mental experience (Images, feelings, and sensations) to better understand the mind.
Functionalism Focuses on the purpose and function of the mind and behavior and how it contributes to adaptation and survival.
Behaviorism The study of observable behaviors and how they're learned through environment interactions through conditioning
Biological Psychology The psychological perspective that focuses on the relationships between the mind and behavior, also known as behavioral neuroscience
Gestalt Psychology The mind perceives organized patterns and configurations, emphasizing that the whole experience is better than the sum of its parts
Humanistic Psychology An individuals growth and motivation to learn and improve.
Development Psychology A psychological perspective that examines the normal changes in behavior that occur across a lifespan
Evolutionary Psychology The psychological perspective that investigates how physical structure and behavior have been shaped by their contributions to survival and reproduction.
Cognitive Psychology A psychological perspective that investigates information processing, thinking, reasoning and problem solving
Social and Personality Psychology A psychological perspective that examines the effects of the social environment, including social and cultural diversity and individual differences on the behavior of individuals.
Cultural Diversity The variations in the practices, values, and goals shared by groups of people
Personality An individual’s characteristic way of thinking, feeling and behaving
Clinical Psychology A psychological perspective that seeks to explain, define and treat abnormal behaviors
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