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'' HISTORICAL ROOTS OF MODERN PSYCHOLOGY''

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        ''   HISTORICAL ROOTS OF MODERN PSYCHOLOGY''   Throughout some twelve or so decades, psychology has led an active life, developing gradually into a true science. As part of evolution, it has produced a number of conceptual models, approaches, theories, interrelated ideas and concepts used to explain phenomena, that has guided the work being carried out.  Earlier views of the philosophies and concepts were important because they gave the outline with the help of which modern ideas were developed and further formulated.  “Psychology has a long past, but only a short history.” (Hermann Ebbinghaus, 1908 )   Wilhelm Wundt set the foundations of modern psychology in 1879 , by establishing the first psychology laboratory in Leipzig, Germany .  Man was always curious about human behavior, nature of consciousness, origin of “madness” , emotions and much more about other people’s nature. Control and desirable modification of behavior...

''NATURAL AND SUPER NATURAL IN PSYCHOLOGY''

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     ''NATURAL AND SUPER NATURAL IN PSYCHOLOGY'' NATURAL: Natural means those things which exist in nature and which we can see in the nature. The world is full of those things which cannot be hidden from us .  For example , Humans, animals, flowers, trees, sun ,sky ,mountains, sea and every thing which we can see with our eyes all is natural. SUPER NATURAL : attributed to an invisible agent (such as a ghost or spirit). Super natural means those things which we can't see with the eye and but sometimes only feel is super natural . For example , fear , ghost , spirit etc According to psychology is that psychology is a science . so one question in our mind that psychology is a science so does it play a role in super natural? Remember! Science does not deal with the supernatural:   A number of people commonly believe, and they did more so in olden times, that the evil spirits, demons, or ghosts are the root cause of mental illness.  Therefore, for them, psych...

''scientific nature of Psychology ''

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                        ''   SCIENTIFIC NATURE OF PSYCHOLOGY'' Psychology is a science :   It employs the scientific method for gathering knowledge and information. It uses scientific procedure that is essential to be adopted in order to carry out psychological research; otherwise the research will not be considered authentic, reliable, or scientifically valuable.  “ Scientific method is a systematic and organized series of steps that scientists adopt for exploring any phenomenon in order to obtain accurate and consistent results. Main steps :   observation    description   control.   replication   These are the main components of any science or scientific discipline. The methods of how to gather, process, and analyze information properly and accurately are very important in psychology as well Some people thought about psychology that it is related to the medical but not and is ...

“The Path to Conquering Hearts and Destinies”?according to my experience''

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  “The Path to Conquering Hearts and Destinies”?according to my experience “1. Gratitude toward the divine entity that brought us into this transient world is essential. The reason being, it enables us to breathe in this world. We can witness all the blessings present in this world, such as the sun, moon, stars, sky, trees, mountains, oceans, our beautiful eyes, our enchanting hair, and surely, the ability to hear the melodious sound. Appreciating these blessings is insufficient compared to the praise that entity truly deserves. Photo by  Ioann-Mark Kuznietsov  on  Unsplash Valuing our parents, spending as much time as possible with them, and heeding their every word is crucial. They’ve shielded us from hardships in life, and we must strive to keep them happy always. Serving them is vital because no one in this world can love us as much as our parents do. Those who fail to appreciate their parents are unfortunate; they realize the value only when they depart, and the...

'' Popular areas of psychology for students ''

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''POPULAR AREAS OF PSYCHOLOGY ''   Clinical Psychology  ''A branch of psychology concerned with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of abnormal behavior. It is the oldest as well as the most well known branch of psychology. Clinical psychologists are trained to diagnose and treat problems ranging from the every day crises of life such as grief due to the death of a loved one, to more extreme conditions, such as a loss of touch with reality. Some clinical psychologists also conduct research, investigating issues that range from identifying the early signs of psychological disturbance, and studying the relationship between how family members communicate with one another, to the understanding of a wide variety of psychological disorders''.  Industrial / Organizational Psychology  ''A branch of psychology that studies the psychology in action at the workplace, including productivity, job satisfaction, and decision-making''.  Health Psyc...

''What is psychology and scope of psychology '' ?

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    WHAT IS PSYCHOLOGY?    Beginning with the first psychological laboratory, founded in 1879 by German philosopher and physiologist Wilhelm Wundt, modern psychology’s can be traced in many disciplines and countries. Defination: “Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and mental processes …. Human or Animal”   Psychology’s historical perspectives and current activities lead us to define the field as the science of behavior and mental processes.   Theoretical perspectives of psychology    There are many disciplines that study human nature. Psychology is one. Within psychology, the biological, behavioral, psychoanalytic, cognitive and social+l- cultural perspectives are complementary. Each has its own purposes, questions, and limits; together they provide a fuller understanding of mind and behavior.   Why do we study psychology?   Scientific inquiry begins with an attitude of eagerness to skeptically investigate c...

‘‘Understanding Cognitive Biases: How Your Brain Tricks You into Making Bad Decisions’’

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  ‘‘Understanding Cognitive Biases: How Your Brain Tricks You into Making Bad Decisions’’ Have you ever wondered why, despite your best intentions, you sometimes make decisions that seem irrational or contrary to your own interests? The answer may lie in the fascinating world of cognitive biases. These mental shortcuts and patterns of thinking can lead us astray, causing us to make poor choices and judgments. To make better decisions, it’s crucial to understand these cognitive biases and how they influence our thought processes. What Are Cognitive Biases? Cognitive biases are systematic patterns of deviation from norm or rationality in judgment, often triggered by our brains’ attempt to simplify complex information processing. They are essentially mental shortcuts or rules of thumb that help us make quick decisions without expending too much mental effort. While these biases can be helpful in some situations, they can also lead us astray in others. It’s essential to recognize that ...

‘‘Social Media & Mental Health Statistics 2023: 2,000+ People Weigh In’’

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  ‘‘Social Media & Mental Health Statistics 2023: 2,000+ People Weigh In’’ By now, you’ve likely read about the potential harm   social media poses to mental health   (perhaps   on   social media). Much of the data we have focuses on minors (especially teenage girls) and informs parents, which had us wondering about those of us in the middle: How do we fare at managing social media and our mental health? Despite the foreboding findings, inadequate feelings, and FOMO, the vast majority of us are still active on social — about   70%   of the United States population and 60% worldwide. We endeavored to find out, and thus, StyleCaster,  Mental.  and the  Mental Health Coalition  collaborated on a survey of over 2,000 readers active on social media. We were curious to learn how our demographic of pop culture enthusiasts feels about their most-used platforms and their overall relationship with social — and they delivered stunning resu...