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Dive into the captivating field of psychology, exploring its origins, key figures, and essential terms that shape our understanding of human behavior and mental processes. From the father of psychology to the pioneering contributions of women, discover how perspectives on thought, emotion, and consciousness intertwine. Learn about the scientific methods used in psychological research, the various branches specializing in unique aspects of behavior, and the important distinction between psychologists and psychiatrists. This comprehensive overview serves as an engaging introduction to the social sciences.
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The field of Social Sciences • 100: The study of past people, places, events • 200: The study of governing structures • 300: The study of mental processes and human behavior • 400: The study of the exchange of wealth • 500: The study of past cultures and how human groups have evolved, changed, and developed over time
Founders and Fields • 100: He is know as the father or the field of psychology and tested the “atoms of the mind” in psychology’s first experiment • 200: He is remembered by his stress of the unconscious mind and how sexual conflicts dictate behavior • 300: Maslow expedited this field of psychology which explores human need for growth and love • 400: She was the first woman to receive a degree in psychology • 500: She was denied a degree from Harvard but is remembered for catapulting women into psychology’s field of study
Terms • 100: Psychologists view these through observation; includes running, talking, smiling, etc. • 200: Psychologists try to define and record these; includes thoughts, feelings, beliefs, etc. • 300: A way the field psychology is viewed • 400: The idea that the mind is both conscious and unconscious • 500: The “I knew it all along” phenomena; the idea that after events occur, they seem obvious
Perspectives • 100: This perspective of psych simply focuses on how we learn to act • 200: This perspective of psychology focuses on brain processes • 300: This perspective focuses on how natural selection has effected human behavior over time • 400: This perspective focuses on the biological connection of the body and mind • 500: List the four categories of fields in psychology
Random • 100: How would you describe two variables that have a definite cause and effect relationship? • 200: How would you describe two variables that have the same rate of increase and/or decrease • 300: Put the following steps of the scientific method in correct order:collect data, analyze data, hypothesize, draw conclusions • 400: The idea that humans make decisions without being aware • 500: The “new” approach to psychology that focuses on human strengths an individual well being
More Random… • 100: What is the primary difference between psychologists and psychiatrists? • 200: Which method to psychology includes observing behaviors or human processes and reporting via writing • 300: T/F A positive correlation means that 2 variables increase or decrease at the same rate • 400: List 3 categories of “psychology careers” • 500: WHY DO PSYCHOLOGISTS DO PSYHCHOLOGY? (group with best answer gets the 500 pts)