Prologue Flashcards
(15 cards)
psychology
the science of behavior and mental processes
structuralism
psychology that observes one’s mental / emotional process by exploring the structural elements of the human mind
functionalism
psychology focusing on how our mental / behavioral processes function - how they allow us to adapt, survive, and flourish
behaviorism
view that psychology, 1) should be an open-minded science, 2) study behavior without reference to mental processes. Most would agree with #1, not #2
nature-nurture issue
controversy over a debate that genes and experience develop psychological trails / behaviors. Traits are visible with the interaction
human psychology ( humanistic )
perspective that emphasized the growth potential of healthy people, & individual’s potential for personal growth
cognitive neurosciences
interdisciplinary study of the brains activity linked with cognition ( perception, thinking, memory, and language )
levels of analysis
different complementary view for analyzing any given circumstance ( biological to psychological, to social cultural )
natural selection
within the range of inherited trait variations, those contributing to reproduction and survival will most likely be passed on the following generations
basic research
pure science that aims to increase the scientific knowledge base
applied research
scientific study that hopes ( aims ) to solve practical problems
clinical psychology
branch of psychology that studies assesses, and treats people with psychological disorders
psychiatry
medicine dealing with psychological disorders; physicians sometimes provide medical treatments / psychological therapy
biopsychosocial approach
integrated approach, incorporation biological, psychological, social - culture levels
counseling psychology
psychology assisting people with problems living ( school, work, marriage ), and achieving a greater well-being
