Unit 1- Test 1- Quiz 1 psych

psyche

means soul

psychology

refers to the scientific study of the mind and behavior

Wundt

known as the father of experimental psychology, Wilhelm Wundt established the first psychology laboratory in 1879, emphasizing the study of consciousness.

Introspection

is a methodological approach used by Wundt to analyze conscious experience by self-observation and reflection.

Psychoanalytic Theory

is a theory developed by Sigmund Freud that emphasizes the influence of the unconscious mind on behavior, highlighting the role of childhood experiences and inner conflicts.

Freud

was the founder of psychoanalysis, a therapeutic approach that explores the unconscious mind to understand human behavior and mental disorders.

behaviorism

shifts the focus of psychology from the mind to behavior. observes and controls behavior.

Pavlov

was a Russian physiologist known for his work in classical conditioning, famously demonstrated through his experiments with dogs that show how associations can be formed between stimuli.

Watson

argued analyzing the mind objectively is impossible. Psychology should shift its focus from the mind to observable behavior.

Skinner

heavily focused on how environmental consequences shape behavior through reinforcement and punishment.

Humanism

a perspective within psychology that emphasizes the potential for good that is innate to all humans

Rogers

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Maslow

Humanist Psychologist that proposed a hierarchy of human needs in motivating behavior. He asserted that as long as basic needs were met higher level needs would begin to motivate behavior.

Self-Actualization

achieving ones full potential

Unconditional Positive Regard

refers to the fact that the therapist accepts their client for who they are, no matter what he or she might say.

Cognitive Psychology

area of psychology focusing on studying cognitions, or thoughts, and their relationship to our experiences and our actions.

Temperament

your usual way of reacting to the world, biological basis because it appears very early in life.

culture and personality

Personality is shaped by genetics and environmental factors. Culture is the most environmental factors that shape your personality.