origins of psychology

• Who is known as the father of psychology?

  Wilhelm Wundt
• Where did Wilhelm Wundt set up the first psychological laboratory?

  Leipzig, Germany
• What technique did Wundt propose for examining thoughts and feelings?

  Introspection
• What is a limitation of the introspection technique?

  It is not observable and can be biased
• Why does introspection lack validity?

  Due to limited availability of conscious thoughts
• How did Wundt's approach contribute to psychology as a science?

  It paved the way for new psychological approaches
• What are some approaches that developed from Wundt's initial approach?

  • Behaviourist approach
  • Social learning theory
  • Cognitive approach