theories in psyche

Structuralism - 1879, Wilhelm Wundt, Germany - based on advancements in chemistry and philosophy - introspection: process by which people closely examine their own thoughts Functionalism - William James, U.S. - Method of introspection was too restrictive, therefore the good was observations of actual behavior, including animal behavior - Concerned with how behavior and mental abilities help people adapt to their environments Psychodynamic - behavior influenced by feelings and wishes buried deep inside - people …

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