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1 Psychology Chapter #1 The Field of Psychology Unit Essential Question 1. What is Psychology and what do Psychologists do?

2 Psychology Chapter #1 The Field of Psychology Key Learning Psychology is the scientific study of mental processes and behavior. Psychologists specialize in various areas of interest such as educational, clinical, developmental, etc…

3 2. What are the two broad types of psychologists and what are some specific areas of specialization? Psychology Chapter #1 Essential Question #1

4 3. What are examples of the six approaches of present-day psychology to understanding human nature and how would you describe each approach? Psychology Chapter #1 Essential Question #2

5 4. How do psychologists think critically about issues? Psychology Chapter #1 Essential Question #3

6 Psychology Chapter #1 Vocabulary -psychology -theory -research psychologists -applied psychologists -introspection -eclecticism -biopsychological approach -behavioral approach -psychoanalysis -humanistic approach -cognitive approach -sociocultural approach

7 Psychology Ace your quizzes!!! Pass your test!!!

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