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   Jan 11, 2007 · Wikipedia is well known as a free online encyclopedia, but is also an example of a successful “Open Content” project. It is completely written and maintained by volunteers who receive no ...

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   What is psychology based on?

   • Psychologists use scientific methods to observe, describe, predict, and explain behaviors and mental processes. Behaviors are actions that can be directly observed, while mental processes are experiences that cannot be observed directly, such as thoughts and feelings. The history of psychology is rooted in philosophy, biology, and physiology.

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   Why is psychology a science?

   • Psychology is the science of behavior and mental processes. Behaviors are everything that we do that can be directly observed. Mental processes refer to the thoughts, feelings, and motives that are not directly observable. Because psychology is a science, it uses systematic methods to observe, describe, predict, and explain behavior.

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   Who influenced psychology in the 19th century?

   • Psychology emerged as a science in the 19th century, and it was influenced by three fields: philosophy, biology, and physiology. Two influential figures on the origins of psychology were Rene Descartes and Charles Darwin. Descartes proposed that the body and the mind are separate entities. Darwin developed the concept of natural selection.

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   What did psychologists do in the 20th century?

   • During the 20th century, psychology focused mostly on solving psychological problems, such as mental disorders and social disturbances. Most people associate psychologists with the changing of bad behaviors and problematic mental processes; however, psychologists also study and work with psychologically healthy people.

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4. link.springer.com › referencework › 10The ECPH Encyclopedia of Psychology | SpringerLink

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   It gives thorough introduction to the knowledge system, basic concepts, basic theories, important figures, representative works and institutions of psychology in form of encyclopedic entries.

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   About the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Psychology. Substantive, peer-reviewed, and regularly updated, the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Psychology combines the speed and flexibility of digital with the rigorous standards of academic publishing.

6. www.apa.org › pubs › booksEncyclopedia of Psychology: 8 Volume Set

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   Encyclopedia of Psychology: 8 Volume Set. Alan E. Kazdin, PhD, Editor-in-Chief. LIST PRICE: $750.00 MEMBER/AFFILIATE PRICE: $695.00. 4128 pages. ITEM #: 4600100 ISBN: 1-55798-187-6 ISBN 13: 978-1-55798-187-5 PUBLICATION DATE: March 2000 . EDITION: Hardcover. Main Topics with Contributors' Names.

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   Psychology is a science dedicated to the study of behavior and mental processes. In this chapter you are introduced to the history of this science, a variety of contemporary perspectives in psychology, the positive psychology movement, and an overview of psychology-related careers.

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   Oct 15, 2021 · The Gale Encyclopedia of Psychology, Fourth Edition is a health reference product designed to inform and educate readers about psychology. Gale believes the product to be comprehensive, but not necessarily definitive. It is intended to supplement, not replace, consultation with a psychologist or other healthcare practitioners. While Gale has ...