Unit 1 | AP Psychology Exam Definitions

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Structuralism

Focuses on the mind's different structures of conscience and uses introspection.

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Introspection

The act of examining one's conscious thoughts, emotions, judgments, and perceptions.

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Functionalism

Aims to understand how mental and behavioral processes operate and their connections.

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Behaviorism

Belief that psychology should study behavior objectively without considering mental processes.

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Humanistic

Focuses on self-determination and self-realization through self-reported experiences and feelings.

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Evolutionary Approach

Examines traits and adaptations resulting from natural selection.

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Biological Approach

Studies the physical basis for behavior in animals and humans.

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Cognitive Approach

Emphasizes the brain's role in behavior and thinking.

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Biopsychosocial Approaches

Considers biological, psychological, and social-cultural perspectives in psychology.

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Sociocultural

Analyzes how social groups influence individuals' development and interactions.

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Biological Domain

Explores how biology influences behavior, including brain structure and genetics.

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Clinical Domain

Focuses on diagnosing and treating psychological disorders and behavioral patterns.

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Cognitive Domain

Studies perception, thinking, intelligence, and memory.

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Counseling Domain

Uses psychological principles to enhance mental health and well-being.

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Developmental Domain

Examines development across the lifespan.

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Educational Domain

Studies how humans learn and retain knowledge, especially in educational settings.

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Experimental Domain

Tests theories related to human thoughts, feelings, and actions.

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Industrial-organizational Domain

Studies human behavior in the workplace.

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Personality-Domain

Focuses on consistent traits and patterns in individuals' thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.

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Psychometric Domain

Measures and predicts human psychological traits, aptitudes, and behaviors.

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Social Domain

Examines social reasoning and behavior developmentally.

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Positive domain

Focuses on character strengths and behaviors for a meaningful life.

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Correlational Studies

Research design to assess relationships among multiple variables.

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