Pschology Midterm-Exam I
Internal, subjective experiences we infer from behavior; thoughts, feelings, and perceptions.
"The brain is the seat of mental processes."
Different ways of viewing phenomena in psychology.
"Theoretical perspectives have shifted from the 'science of mental life' to the 'science of observable behavior'."
Concerning behaviors that can be observed.
"Behavioral perspective is concerned with the principles governing observable behavior."
Concerned with the act or process of knowing, perceiving, etc.
"The cognitive perspective focuses on the process of thinking and knowing."
Relating to an approach which emphasizes the personal worth of the individual.
"The humanistic perspective focuses on the subjective experience and the total human being."
development
"The development of new technologies has transformed the way we communicate."
Pertaining to the influence of social factors on an individual's mind or behavior.
"Erikson's stages of development are psychosocial stages."
Development of thinking and reasoning abilities.
"Piaget studied children's cognitive development."
An emotional bond with a specific person that is enduring across space and time.
"Attachment theory suggests children form emotional bonds with caregivers."
Relating to the interaction of social and cultural elements.
"A person's development is influenced by the socio-cultural context they grow up in."
The scientific study of what makes life most worth living.
"Positive Psychology focuses on positive adult development."
