Psychology 1000 Chapter : Chapter I.docx

• School: Western University
• Department: Psychology
• Course: Psychology 1000
• Professor: Terry Biggs

Document Summary

Psychology study of behavior (actions, thoughts, feelings, images, and physiological reactions) and the factors that influence it. Basic research vs applied research (describe/identify vs solve problems) Example: robbers cave -> jigsaw puzzle in elementary school (cooperation reduces hostility) Culture and experience of an abusive father (environmental) Perspectives are important because psych is in many disciplines and many viewpoints to analyze. Biological physical processes, chemistry, genetics: frog leg, twins, inheritable characteristics. Cognitive sensations (introspective), function (why of brain), gestalt (sum greater than parts), Psychodynamic personality is the cause for behavour subconscious, unresolved conflicts, Behavioural behaviour can be manipulated by environment, rewards/punishment. Humanistic reaching potential, conscious action, freedom.