Unit 1 Intro - Psychological Perspectives

In 1890, he published a highly influential, two-volume textbook, Principles of Psychology.

Psychologist who developed psychoanalysis and explored his patients' unconscious minds.

This humanist believed in each person's personal growth & freedom to direct their future.

When Fred spoke to the psychologist about his inner thoughts and feelings he was engaging in

A type of research, and it is driven purely by curiosity and a desire to expand our knowledge.

Physician who changed psychology from philosophy by analyzing the mind in a more structured way

Which is an example of basic science?

A researcher interested in Darwinism & genetics would be most interested in...

Knowledge gained through the scientific study of behavior is

An approach is a perspective (view) that involve certain assumptions about...

He established the first psychology lab and is considered to be the father of psychology.

This approach requires the study of internal mental processes and events is called

Freud's technique where patient immediately responds with the first word that comes to mind.

Which is an example of applied science?

Using existing scientific knowledge to develop technology or inventions.

The perspective where one is most likely to join a research project to study genetics?

Physiological needs, as depicted in Maslow's hierarcy, include:

The goal of humanism is:

A term which refers to a combination of several psychological theories or approaches.

Psychologist most likely to be interested how we process, store and retrieve information.

The difference between psychiatry & psychology is that a psychiatrist is a

A neuroscientist studies the ___ and its impact on ___ functions and behaviors.

An "educated guess" based on prior knowledge and observation.

Wundt's approach to study the most basic elements that make up conscious mental experiences.

We are motivated to FULFILL their talents. Considered as a drive or need present in everyone...

Which approach? Joe learned to play piano because his dad always rewarded him with praise.

The pseudoscience that involves linking bumps on a person's head to personality and character.