Ch 1&2. Intro And Brain Basics Flashcards

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Who is considered the father of psychology?

A

Wilhelm Wundt

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2
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What is introspection?

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Examination of one’s mental and emotional processes

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3
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What is behaviorism?

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Focus on ibservable behavior rather than mental processes (Watson, Skinner)

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4
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Which part of the brain regulates emotions?

A

Amygdala

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5
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What is neuro plasticity?

A

The brains ability to recognize and form neural connections

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6
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What are the four major lobes of the brain?

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Frontal, parietal, occipital, temporal.

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7
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What does the cerebellum do?

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Coordinates movement and balance

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8
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Who moved psychology away from structuralism and moved toward functionalism?

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William James

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