Schools of Psychology

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Behaviorism

A school of psychology focused on observable behavior and the role of learning.

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Psychoanalysis

A school of thought founded by Freud that emphasizes the role of unconscious processes.

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Humanistic Psychology

A perspective that emphasizes human potential and self-actualization.

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Gestalt Psychology

A school of thought that focuses on perception and problem-solving as a whole.

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Cognitive Psychology

A school emphasizing mental processes like memory, perception, and thinking.

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Evolutionary Psychology

The study of how evolutionary principles influence behavior and mental processes.

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Biopsychology

The study of the biological basis of behavior and mental processes.

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Positive Psychology

The scientific study of human flourishing and optimal functioning.

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Existential Psychology

A focus on individual freedom, choice, and the search for meaning.

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Cultural Psychology

The study of how cultural practices influence behavior and mental processes.