PSY 150 (psy-150)

Psychology has evolved significantly over the years, with various schools of thought emerging and developing. Early approaches included structuralism, which focused on identifying the basic elements of the mind, and functionalism, which looked at the adaptive purposes of behaviors. Behaviorism emerged in the early 20th century, emphasizing the study of observable behaviors and their environmental causes, while psychoanalytic theory focused on the role of unconscious processes in behavior. In the...

The biological bases of behavior refers to the underlying physiological and neurological processes that contribute to human behavior. This includes the functioning of the brain, nervous system, and other bodily systems that influence behavior, such as hormones and genetics. Researchers in this field seek to understand how these biological factors interact with environmental factors to shape behavior, emotions, and cognition. Research in this area has broad implications for understanding mental h...

The research enterprise in psychology is focused on understanding human behavior and mental processes. Psychologists use a variety of research methods, including experiments, surveys, observations, and case studies, to investigate topics such as developmental psychology, social psychology, cognitive psychology, and clinical psychology. In order to conduct research, psychologists must follow ethical guidelines and obtain informed consent from study participants. The findings of psychological rese...