A History of Modern Psychology

Flashcards covering key concepts related to the history of psychology, including different historical approaches, definitions, and sources.

Renewed interest in psychology’s history

A resurgence of attention towards the history of psychology among psychologists, particularly noted during the 1960s.

Origin myth

A narrative that explains the origins of a discipline or a concept, serving to reinforce identity and unity within the field.

Presentist view

Interpreting historical events using contemporary knowledge and values, which may distort the understanding of past actions.

Historicist view

Interpreting historical events within the context of their own time, providing a more accurate understanding of why things occurred.

Internal history

The history of psychological ideas and theories, typically focusing on developments within the discipline itself.

External history

The examination of outside influences, such as societal or economic factors, that shape psychological ideas and practices.

Personalistic history

An approach that emphasizes individual contributions and accomplishments in history, often through biographies.

Naturalistic history

An approach that focuses on the broader historical forces influencing individuals and their contributions.

Historiography

The study of how history is written and interpreted, including the selection and analysis of sources.

Primary sources

Original materials from the time being studied, such as documents, letters, and diaries.

Secondary sources

Analyzed or summarized works created after an event, including articles and books discussing historical events or figures.