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What is psychology?
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Psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behavior.
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Who is considered the father of psychology?
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Wilhelm Wundt is often considered the father of psychology.
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What are the main goals of psychology?
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The main goals are to describe, explain, predict, and control behavior and mental processes.
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Name the basic approaches of psychology.
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The basic approaches include behavioral, cognitive, humanistic, psychodynamic, and biological psychology.
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What does the behavioral approach focus on?
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The behavioral approach focuses on observable behaviors and the ways they are learned.
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Describe cognitive psychology.
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Cognitive psychology studies mental processes, including perception, memory, and problem-solving.
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What is humanistic psychology?
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Humanistic psychology emphasizes human growth and potential, focusing on self-actualization.
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Explain the psychodynamic approach.
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The psychodynamic approach, derived from Freud’s theories, focuses on unconscious processes and childhood experiences.
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What is the focus of biological psychology?
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Biological psychology examines the relationship between biological processes and behavior.
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Define developmental psychology.
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Developmental psychology studies physical, cognitive, and social changes throughout a lifespan.
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What is the significance of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
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Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a theory that prioritizes human needs in order from basic (e.g., food, safety) to self-fulfillment (e.g., self-actualization).
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Who developed the theory of operant conditioning?
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B.F. Skinner developed the theory of operant conditioning, focusing on reinforcement and punishment.
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What role does the unconscious mind play in behavior according to Freud?
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Freud believed the unconscious mind influences behavior, shaped by repressed experiences and instincts.
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What is introspection?
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Introspection is the examination of one's own conscious thoughts and feelings.
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Who was the first person to call themselves a psychologist?
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Wilhelm Wundt was the first person to call himself a psychologist.
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