Structuralism and Functionalism

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Who was the leading proponent for structuralism vs functionalism?

E.B Titchener

Cornell University, USA

trained by Wilhelm Wundt

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What was Titchener’s aim?

to look for mental elements that make up complex experiences

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What does structuralism mean?

the analysis of mental structures

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What was William James’ argument?

that analyzing the elements of consciousness was less important than understanding its fluid and personal nature

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What does the term Functionalism mean?

studying how the mind works to enable an organism to adapt and function in its environment

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What did the functionalists say?

psychologists must observe actual behavior