Introduction to Psychology
Scott Freng, Ph.D.
Psyc 1000
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Introduction to Psychology: History, Schools of Thought, and Branches of Psychology - Prof, Study notes of Psychology
An overview of the history and major schools of thought in psychology, as well as the main branches of the field. It covers topics such as structuralism, functionalism, psychoanalytic theory, behaviorism, humanism, cognitive psychology, cultural psychology, and more. Students are encouraged to read the textbook, use study materials, and ask for help if needed.
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Introduction to Psychology
Scott Freng, Ph.D. Psyc 1000
What is Psychology?
History and Schools of Thought
in Psychology
- Psychoanalytic/Psychodynamic theory- behavior is determined by the unconsciousmind. - Gestalt Psychology- the whole is greater than the sum of the parts.
History and Schools of Thought
in Psychology
- Behaviorism- studies observable behavior. No point in studying thinking orconsciousness because they are notdirectly observable.
Historically, who was psychological
research based on?
History and Schools of Thought
in Psychology
- Cultural Psychology- examines how culture influences how people think, feel,and behave.
Why is psychology needed tounderstand human behavior?
So, how do psychologists arrive at
knowledge?
Literature Formulate Hypothesis Design & Conduct Research Conclusions
Example of Experimental Research
Ethics in Research
- Who protects the rights of participants? • What are the rights of participants? • Why do psychologists study animals?
Studying Introduction to
Psychology
Read! - Go over tips in book for remembering and understanding material. - Use Myers web-page for more study materials. - Use the Study Guide on reserve at Coe Library. - Review material that you get wrong on the Preparatory Quizzes. - Take “Practice Exams” on the class web-page. - Look over the “Helpful Hints for Studying” on the class web-page. - Confused about something? Please Ask!