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What is Psychology?
Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior of humans and animals.
What does Empiricism focus on?
Empiricism is the view that knowledge originates through experience, not on speculation, beliefs, or common sense.
What are the steps of the Scientific Method?
Identify a Problem, Conduct Background Research, Formulate a Hypothesis, Test the Hypothesis, Analyze your Results, Report Results.
Who is known as the Father of Psychology?
Wilhelm Wundt is known as the Father of Psychology.
What does Behaviorism focus on?
Behaviorism concentrates on observable behavior that can be directly measured and recorded.
What is Cognitive Psychology concerned with?
Cognitive Psychology focuses on the human brain and how people process information.
What is the focus of Developmental Psychology?
Developmental Psychology is concerned with factors influencing development and behavior from birth to death.
How does Social Psychology impact individuals?
Social Psychology examines the impact of social environments and processes on individuals.
What does Clinical Psychology involve?
Clinical Psychology involves the diagnosis and treatment of psychological problems.
What types of tasks do Academic Psychologists perform?
Academic Psychologists engage in teaching, research, and administrative tasks.
What is the primary aim of Applied Psychology?
Applied Psychology aims to change unhealthy behaviors and help with various applied fields like sports and marketing.
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