[PSY 100] - Final Exam Guide - Comprehensive Notes for the exam (52 pages long!)
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Charles darwin theorized natural selection (nature vs. nurture) Wilhelm wundt considered was by many to be the first psychologist. Studied reaction time by asking people to push a button when they heard a sound (rt) Helped bridge the gap between philosophy and science. Structuralism: interested in uncovering the structure of the mind. Functionalism: more about the function of our thoughts/feelings than basic components. Met requirements for a phd from harvard in psychology, but they would not give it to her. First female president of apa (american psychology association) First phd in psychology awarded to a woman. Humanism: emphasized growth and potential of healthy people. Cognitive revolution: led to cognitive psychology and cognitive neuroscience. Nature vs. nurture (the answer is actually both) Different views to simplify a complex topic. Testing effect (flashcards, practice tests), spaced/distributed practice (breaks in between), critical thinking (question all learning), and interleaving (switching between classes in intervals)
