Introduction to the History of Psychology

Introduction to the History of Psychology

Discussion Part 1 Textbook Reading:

An Introduction to the History of Psychology (Henley, T., Hergenhahn, B. R.)

Chapter 9: Early Approaches to Psychology

Chapter 10: Evolution and Individual Differences

Chapter 11: American Psychology and Functionalism

Discussion: Early Approaches to Psychology

Post your response to the following, being sure to address all aspects of the question thoroughly and referencing appropriate learning resources to support your response.

What is meant by a school of psychology?

Which school of psychology do you think had the most influential view in the history of psychology?

How did intelligence testing support individual differences?

Must be 200-300 words in length and demonstrate course-related knowledge.

 

Discussion Part 2

Post your response to the following, being sure to address all aspects of the question thoroughly and referencing appropriate learning resources to support your response.

In chapter 11 of the Hergenhahn text, which person do you think had the greatest impact on the history of psychology? Thoroughly explain and give an example.

Must be 200-300 words in length and demonstrate course-related knowledge.