LESSON 1 Flashcards
INTRO (21 cards)
What is psychology
Psychology is a social science that studies human and animal behaviour and mental/behavioural processes.
What is psychology as a science
It is the methodical, pursuit and application of knowledge of the natural and social worlds.
Psychology dates back to 1879 true or false
true
Who is father of modern psychology
Wilhelm wundt
How many approaches in psychology do we have
six (6) f=Structuralism, functionalism, behaviourism, Gestalt psychology, psychodynamic approach and humanistic.
who are the theorists under behaviourism
John B. Watson, Ivan Pavlov and B.F Skinner
what does structuralism focus on
It focuses on breaking down mental constructs into basic parts using self evaluation.
who are the theorists under gestalt psychology
Max Wertheimer and Wolfgang Kohler
What does gestalt psychology focus on
It shows that our experiences are organised as a whole rather than focusing on the whole experience of the person.
Who is theorist under Psycho sexual theory
Sigmund Freud
Who is the theorist under the Psycho social theory
Erik Erikson
How many personality structure does Freud have and list them
he has 3 structures and they are Id, Ego, and super ego
What are the group dynamics in psychology
Sensation, Perception, Transduction.
What is the bridge between sensation and perception
Transduction
what main principle of ethics code focuses on maintaining responsibility
Fidelity and Responsibilty
How many main principles of the ethic code are there
five (5)
What is personality
Personality is an internal characteristic of observable behaviour that consistent across time one person from another.
Personality refers to physical attributes and abilities. True or False
False
Who are the theories under trial theories.
Gordon Alpont, Raymond Cattell, Paul Costa and Robert MCcrea.
What are the ethical issues in psychological practice/prevention
Competence, Credential, informed consent and confidential
