Chapter 1 – Introduction to Psychology

What is the main idea of 1.1 "What Is Psychology"?

Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior.

What do psychologists study and how?

They study how people think, feel, and act using the scientific method.

What does psychology combine?

Science and real-life understanding.

What is the main idea of 1.2 "History of Psychology"?

Psychology began as philosophy and developed into a science with many approaches.

Who created the first psychology lab?

Wilhelm Wundt.

What did Structuralism study?

The basic parts of the mind.

What did Functionalism study?

How the mind helps people adapt.

What did Freud study?

The unconscious mind and childhood experiences.

What did Behaviorists focus on?

Observable behavior (Watson & Skinner).

What did Humanists focus on?

Growth and self-improvement (Maslow & Rogers).

What was the Cognitive Revolution about?

Thinking, learning, and memory.

What is the main idea of 1.3 "Contemporary Psychology"?

Modern psychology has many fields studying behavior and the mind.

What does Biopsychology study?

Links between brain and behavior.

What does Developmental Psychology study?

How people grow and change.

What does Social Psychology study?

How people act with others.

What does Health Psychology study?

How stress, behavior, and health connect.

What does Industrial-Organizational Psychology study?

Work and business behavior.

What do Clinical/Counseling Psychologists do?

Help people with problems.

What does Forensic Psychology involve?

Psychology in the legal system.

Why are ethics important in psychology?

Rules protect people in research.

What is the main idea of 1.4 "Careers in Psychology"?

Psychologists can work in many places depending on degree and job type.

What degrees do psychologists need?

Master's or doctorate (PhD or PsyD).

What does a PhD focus on?

Research and teaching.

What does a PsyD focus on?

Therapy and helping people.

Where can psychologists work?

Schools, hospitals, businesses, or courts.

What are common psychology jobs?

Clinical, counseling, forensic, I-O, and school psychologists.

What can you do with a bachelor's degree in psychology?

Work in sales, business, or social work.

What is required to practice as a psychologist?

A license.