Origins of pyschology

• What is a simple definition of psychology?

  Psychology is the scientific study of the brain and behavior.
• Why is psychology considered one of the youngest fields of science?

  Because it started around 150 years ago.
• Who is considered the first person to study behavior using scientific techniques?


  Wilhelm Wundt.
• What is the significance of Wilhelm Wundt's work in psychology?

  • Defined the study of behavior scientifically.
  • Established the first psychological laboratory.
  • Produced one of the first books on psychology.
  • Launched the first academic journal for psychological experiments.
• What are the key features of the scientific method in psychology?

  1. Systematic observation and experimentation.
  2. Objectivity to avoid bias.
  3. Empirical methods based on data.
  4. Formulating, testing, and modifying hypotheses.
• What does it mean for research to be systematic?


  It means working according to a fixed or controlled method.
• Why is objectivity important in psychological research?

  To ensure that personal opinions do not influence the research design, results, and conclusions.
• What is empiricism in the context of scientific research?


  It is the idea that conclusions must be based on testing ideas with data collected from the world.
• What is introspection as used by Wundt in his research?


  It is a method where participants report their conscious experiences as objectively as possible.
• How did Wundt control his experimental conditions?


  He controlled the environment in which the experiments were conducted.
• What is meant by making inferences in psychological research?


  It means making educated guesses about internal mental processes based on observed behavior.
• What is a criticism of Wundt's introspective methods?

  Participants may not accurately report their own mental states, leading to biased results.
• What did behaviorists reject in their approach to psychology?

  They rejected introspection and the study of internal mental processes.
• What are the main contributions of Sigmund Freud to psychology?

  • Developed the psychodynamic approach.
  • Introduced the concept of the unconscious mind.
  • Proposed defense mechanisms like repression and denial.
  • Created the theory of psychosexual stages of development.
• What distinguishes behaviorism from other psychological approaches?

  • Focuses solely on observable behavior.
  • Rejects the study of internal mental processes.
  • Uses controlled experiments, often with animals.
• What is the role of social learning theorists in psychology?


  They argue that internal mental processes must be considered when studying human learning.
• What are the key ideas of humanistic psychology?


  • Emphasizes free will in human behavior.
  • Focuses on personal growth and self-actualization.
  • Critiques the reduction of human experience to biological or environmental factors.
• How do cognitive psychologists view the mind?


  • They compare the mind to a computer.
  • Inputs are sensory information; outputs are behavior.
  • They create theoretical models of mental processes.
• What is the significance of biological psychology in the study of behavior?

  • It has roots in medicine and studies brain functions.
  • It uses modern tools like fMRI scanners to study the active brain.
  • It examines genetic influences on behavior and mental health.
• What is the purpose of the Psych Boost app mentioned in the video?


  It provides free features like flashcards and multiple choice quizzes.
• Why is it important for psychology students to learn complex terminology?


  It helps them use the terms effectively in their writing and understanding of the subject.
• What is the link provided in the video for?

  It is for accessing free key term lists for each unit.
• What is the significance of the timeline of psychology presented in the video?

  It introduces the development of psychology and different approaches over 250 years.
• How did Wundt's work influence later psychologists?


  His scientific methods inspired later psychologists to study the mind using controlled methods.
• How did the behaviorist approach differ from Wundt's structuralism?


  Behaviorists focused on observable behavior, while Wundt's structuralism emphasized internal mental processes.
• What is the role of cognitive psychologists in the study of mental processes?

  They research internal mental states by asking participants to complete tasks under experimental conditions.
• What advancements have allowed biological psychology to study behavior scientifically?

  Tools like fMRI scanners and genetic research have enabled the study of the active brain and inheritance of behavior.
• What is the purpose of the Patreon support mentioned in the video?


  It allows supporters to access exclusive resources and helps fund the creation of educational content.
• How does the video conclude regarding the approaches in psychology?

  It expresses hope for viewers to look forward to learning about various ways psychologists study the brain and behavior.