1-1 psychology

examples of psychological needs

sleep, hunger

who proposed that psychological experience is composed of compounds similar to chemical compounds

wilhelm wundt

2nd goal explain

explain the why's. as hypotheses. theory.

mneumonic devises use

association with picture, rhyme, phrase

what methods are used to gather data

scientific method (experiment, survey, case study)

how are mnemonic devices used

as memory aids to help retain info

decided they must use systematic method of asking and answering questions to

reduce chances of coming to false conclusions

example of using rewards to change behavior

giving a puppy a treat after obeying a command

theory

complex explanation based on findings from numerous experimental studies

cognitive

mental (organism's thinking/understanding)

physiological

body or physical needs

four goals of psychology

describe, explain, predict, and influence behavior

what is psychology

scientific study of behavior and mental processes (animal and human behaviors)

what type of psychology explores the effects of different groups on their members

social psychology

how can learning about psychology improve your everyday life

the concept of your own behavior, practical applications

psychological principles

generally valid ideas about behavior

what type of behavior cant be observed

cognitive

1st goal describe

describe/gather info about behavior being studied and present

how can explanations of behavior improve one's confidence

gives you the hope and realization that you arent alone of reassurance

wilhelm wund

set up first psych lab. sensations and feelings. introspection->scientific method.

introspection

served as onjective method of observation and analysis

those who use already known things to help now see it as an ____

applied science