PSY 121 Lecture Notes - Lecture 3: John Dewey, Sigmund Freud, Progressive Education
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Broadened the scope of psychology beyond the study of observable sensations. Brought functionalism to forefront in north america. Psychologists examine both the structure and the function of behaviour. Examine general principles of behaviour as well as unique aspects of individuals. How we approach the study of behaviour depends on our psychological perspective. Psychodynamic, behaviourist, humanistic, cognitive, biological, evolutionary, and sociocultural. Sigmund freud: behaviour explained by inherited instincts, biological drives, and attempts to resolve conflicts, emphasizes unconscious processes and conflicts. John watson, and b. f. skinner: behaviour explained by antecedent conditions, behavioural responses, and consequences. Carl rogers and abraham maslow: emphasizes individual"s inherent capacity for making rational choices and developing to their full potential. Human thought and knowledge in attending, thinking, remembering, and understanding is important. Behaviour is more than stimulus and response. Behaviour explained in terms of underlying physical structures and biochemical processes. Focus on the functioning of the genes, nervous system, and endocrine system.
