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Psychology is derived from classic philosophy and 19th century philosophy and
physiology, disciplined that shared an interest in the mysteries of the mind
Psych grew rapidly in N.A. by the late 19th century, thanks to G. Stanley Halls career
(student of Wundt)
Hall established Americas first psych research lab and founded the APA
Structuralists, led by Edward Titchener, believed that psych should use introspection
to analyze consciousness into basic elements
o Structuralism belief that psych should analyze consciousness into basic
elements and their interrelations (structure)
o Introspection careful, systematic self-observation of ones own conscious
experience
Functionalists, inspired by the ideas of William James, believed that psych should
focus on the purpose and changing functions of consciousness
o Functionalism belief that psych should investigate function and purpose of
consciousness, not structure
Behaviourists, led by John B. Watson, argued that psych should study only
observable behavior
o Campaigned to redefine psych as the science of behavior
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Psychology in Canada