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Functionalism

Critical Thinking

Definition Functionalism in psychology is a theoretical perspective that focuses on understanding...

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Descartes, René

Pioneers of Thought

Overview René Descartes (1596–1650) was a French philosopher, mathematician, and scientist whose ...

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Skepticism

Critical Thinking

Definition Skepticism is a mindset or approach characterized by questioning, doubting, or critica...

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Hume, David

Pioneers of Thought

Overview David Hume (1711-1776) was a Scottish philosopher, historian, economist, and essayist, w...

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Empiricism

Critical Thinking

Definition Empiricism is a philosophical approach that emphasizes knowledge gained through experi...

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Skinner, B. F.

Pioneers of Thought

Overview B.F. Skinner was a renowned American psychologist and behaviorist, best known for his wo...

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Operant Conditioning

Memory and Learning Operant Conditioning

Definition Operant conditioning is a learning process in which an individual’s behavior is modifi...

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Pavlov, Ivan

Pioneers of Thought

Overview Ivan Pavlov (1849-1936) was a Russian physiologist and psychologist, best known for his ...

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Classical Conditioning

Memory and Learning Classical Conditioning

Definition Classical conditioning is a psychological learning process where an individual learns ...

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Erikson, Erik

Pioneers of Thought

Overview Erik Erikson was a renowned developmental psychologist and psychoanalyst, famous for coi...

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Psychosocial Stages of Development

Human Development

Definition The Psychosocial Stages of Development are a theory developed by psychologist Erik Eri...

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Piaget, Jean

Pioneers of Thought

Overview Jean Piaget was a Swiss psychologist and philosopher known for his pioneering work in ch...

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Conservation

Human Development

Definition Conservation is a cognitive skill where an individual understands that certain propert...

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Schema

Cognitive Processes Cognition and Perception

Definition A schema is a mental framework or structure that organizes and interprets information ...

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Cognitive Stages of Development

Human Development

Definition The cognitive stages of development are a theory introduced by Swiss psychologist Jean...

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Dream Theory - Carl Jung

Consciousness, Sleep and Dreams

Definition Carl Jung's Theory of Dreams posits that dreams are a form of communication from the u...

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Dream Theory - Sigmund Freud

Consciousness, Sleep and Dreams

Definition Freud's Theory of Dreams suggests that dreams are a manifestation of unconscious desir...

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Modeling

Memory and Learning Social Learning

Definition Modeling, within the context of social learning theory, refers to the process through ...

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French Revolution

Epochs of Change

The French Revolution (1789-1799) was a period of radical social and political upheaval in late 1...

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Copernican Revolution

Epochs of Change

The Copernican Revolution wasn't a quick event, but a gradual shift in thought that dramatically ...

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