PSYC 10213 Study Guide - Midterm Guide: Neurogenesis, Cerebral Cortex, Speech Production
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William wundt established first psychology lab. Edward titchener used introspection to search for the mind"s structural elements. Identify the function or adaptive significance of psychological experiences. Focuses on internal processes (impulses, thoughts, memories) Sigmund freud the controversial ideas of this framed personality theorist and therapist have influenced humanity"s self-understanding. Science of observable behavior, uncovering the general laws of learning by looking at observable behavior. John b. watson championed psychology as the science of behavior and demonstrated conditioned response on a baby who become famous as little albert . B. f. skinner a leading behaviorist who rejected introspection and studied how consequences shape behavior. Thinking is not just another behavior, it has its own influences on behavior. Studies, assesses, and treats people with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders. Help people cope with challenges and crises (academic, vocational, and marital) and to improve their personal and social functioning. Assessment of and intervention for children in educational settings.
